February 1, 2021 - The National Weather Service Hanford office reports a Winter Weather Advisory is now in effect for the Sierra Nevada from 6:00 A.M.Tuesday to 8:00 A.M.Wednesday as another storm system moves into California.
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 Weather Advisory
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Hanford CA 146 AM PST Mon Feb 1 2021 Central Sierra-North Kings River-Sequoia Kings- Including the cities of 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 146 AM PST Mon Feb 1 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TUESDAY TO 8 AM PST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Moderate to locally heavy snow expected. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. Snow amounts of 4-8 inches above 6000 feet. * WHERE...Central Sierra, North Kings River and Sequoia Kings Areas. * WHEN...From 4 AM Tuesday to 8 AM PST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.Source: NWS