Public Safety
Winter Weather Advisory: Sierra Nevada Above 5,000 Ft, Sat. Oct. 31 8 a.m.–Sun. Nov. 1 7 a.m.
The NWS Sacramento issued a winter weather advisory on Thursday, Oct. 29, valid from Saturday at 8 a.m. through Sunday at 7 a.m. for 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 8 inches are expected above 7,000 feet, with up to 12 inches at the highest peaks and minor accumulations possible down to 6,000 feet. The heaviest snowfall is forecast for Saturday evening into Sunday, with snow levels dropping from 7,000–8,000 feet to 6,000–7,000 feet overnight. Officials urge drivers on Interstate 80 and Highway 50 to slow down and watch for icy roads and slippery surfaces.