Winter Weather Advisory issued February 17 at 3:23AM PST until February 18 at 4:00PM PST by NWS San Francisco CA
…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY THROUGH WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON…
Cold air will continue to move into the region today through
Wednesday afternoon with accumulating snowfall expected across
areas above 3000 feet in the Santa Lucia range and the mountains
of San Benito and eastern Santa Clara Counties. Total snow
accumulations range from 4 to 10 inches with the highest peaks
reaching accumulations of 15 to 25 inches. If planning travel to
the higher elevations of the Central Coast and eastern Santa Clara
County, allow extra time to reach your destination safely.
* WHAT…Accumulating snow for elevations above 3000 feet.
Elevations below 3000 feet will see no accumulating snow to 3
inches. Above 3000 feet total snow accumulations of 5 to 10
inches and the highest peaks 15 to 25 inches.
* WHERE…Elevations above 3000 feet for the Santa Lucia
Mountains and the mountains of San Benito county.
* WHEN…Until 4 PM PST Wednesday.
* IMPACTS…Slick, snow-covered roads and hiking trails. Hikers,
campers, outdoor enthusiasts may encounter dangerous winter
conditions above the snow level. Heavier snow showers could
produce limited visibilities. Downed trees and power outages
possible.
* ADDITIONAL IMPACTS…Wind gusts 40 to 50 mph above 2000 feet.
The combination of wind and snow will reduce visibilities.
