Public Safety
Winter Weather Advisory for Sierra Nevada Through Sunday 7 a.m.
The NWS Sacramento CA office issued a winter weather advisory on Saturday at 11:45 a.m., in effect until Sunday at 7 a.m., covering Sierra Nevada areas above 5,000 feet across Sierra-Nevada-Placer, El Dorado-Amador-Northern Alpine, and Calaveras-Tuolumne-Southern Alpine counties. Snow accumulations of up to 10 inches are expected above 7,000 feet, with up to 18 inches at the highest peaks, and minor accumulations possible down to 6,000 feet. The heaviest snowfall is forecast from Saturday night into Sunday morning, with snow levels dropping from 7,000–8,000 feet to 5,500–6,500 feet overnight. Travelers on Interstate 80 and Highway 50 are warned of slippery conditions, minor delays, and possible chain controls.