Public Safety
Winter Weather Advisory for Sierra Nevada Through 7 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 1
The National Weather Service in Sacramento issued a winter weather advisory Saturday at 11:45 a.m., in effect until Sunday at 7 a.m., covering the Sierra Nevada 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. Heaviest snowfall is expected overnight into Sunday morning as snow levels lower from 7,000–8,000 feet to 5,500–6,500 feet. Officials warn of slippery travel conditions, minor delays, and possible chain controls on Interstate 80 and Highway 50.