Winter Storm Warning

From the National Weather Service
STARTED:Saturday, March 2 @ 10:45 a.m.
ENDED:Monday, March 4 @ 10 a.m.
SEVERITY:Severe
URGENCY:Expected
AREAS:Northern Humboldt Interior; Southern Humboldt Interior

INSTRUCTIONS

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order.

DESCRIPTION

…STRONG WINTER STORM THROUGH SUNDAY NIGHT AND INTO MONDAY…

* WHAT…Heavy snow above 1000 feet through Monday morning. 12 to 24 inches of additional snowfall on high passes. Lighter snow of 2 to 4 inches as low as 500 feet. Winds gusting up to 45 mph this morning.

* WHERE…Humboldt Interior.

* WHEN…Until 10 AM PST Monday.

* IMPACTS…The weight of snow on tree limbs may down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages. Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Tire chains may be necessary if travelling through mountain passes.

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