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Includes Mariposa, Oakhurst and Yosemite
January 26, 2021 - The National Weather Service Hanford Office reports a Winter Storm Warning is in effect for the Southern Sierra Nevada above 2,000 feet from 10 PM tonight until 4 AM PST Friday morning.
A Winter Storm Warning means there will be snow covered roads and limited visibilities.
Travel could be extremely difficult or impossible. If you plan to travel, consider alternate strategies. If you must travel, remember to carry tire chains, plenty of food, a good deal of water, and warm clothing in your vehicle.
For information on road conditions, including closures or delays, call Caltrans at 1-800-427-7623.
Winter Storm Warning
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Hanford CA 451 AM PST Tue Jan 26 2021 Central Sierra Foothills-Southern Sierra Foothills-Central Sierra- North Kings River-Sequoia Kings- Including the cities of Coarsegold, Oakhurst, Squaw Valley, Auberry, North Fork, Mariposa, Springville, Three Rivers, Devils Postpile, Florence Lake, Lake Thomas Edison, Tuolumne Meadows, Bass Lake, Fish Camp, Wawona, Shaver Lake, Camp Nelson, Giant Forest, Lodgepole, Grant Grove, and Johnsondale 451 AM PST Tue Jan 26 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 4 AM PST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Total snow accumulation of 6 to 10 feet expected above 4,000 feet. Total snow accumulation of 5 to 10 inches expected from 2,000 feet to 4,000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Central Sierra Foothills, Southern Sierra Foothills, Central Sierra, North Kings River and Sequoia Kings Counties. * WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 4 AM PST Friday. * IMPACTS...The hazardous conditions could impact travel across mountainous areas. Strong winds could cause tree damage. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Prepare for possible power outages. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means there will be snow covered roads and limited visibilities. Travel is not recommended while the warning is in effect. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.Source: NWS