California Snowstorm Paralyzes Roads and Ski Resorts

TLDRCalifornia experiences a powerful snowstorm, causing road closures and disruptions in ski resorts due to heavy snowfall and fierce winds. Winter storm warnings remain in place for most western states, with blizzard warnings in effect for the Sierra Nevada. Snowfall rates of 2 to 6 inches per hour, combined with winds exceeding 100 mph, make travel impossible in the region. Avalanche danger is high, and significant snowfall is forecasted along the Sierra Crest. Power outages and closure of ski fields and lifts are also reported.

Key insights

❄️Powerful snowstorm hits California, causing road closures and disruptions in ski resorts

💨Fierce winds and heavy snowfall make travel impossible in the Sierra Nevada region

🌨️Snowfall rates of 2 to 6 inches per hour occur along with winds exceeding 100 mph

🚧Winter storm warnings and blizzard warnings remain in effect for most western states

🏔️Avalanche danger is high, and significant snowfall is forecasted along the Sierra Crest

Q&A

What are the effects of the snowstorm in California?

—The snowstorm has caused road closures and disruptions in ski resorts, significant snowfall, fierce winds, and power outages in the region.

Are there any travel advisories for the Sierra Nevada region?

—Yes, due to the heavy snowfall and winds, travel is impossible in the Sierra Nevada region. Winter storm warnings and blizzard warnings are in effect.

What is the forecasted snowfall along the Sierra Crest?

—About 5 to 12 feet of snow is forecasted to fall along the Sierra Crest by late Sunday.

What are the dangers associated with the snowstorm?

—The snowstorm brings high avalanche danger, damaging winds exceeding 100 mph, and power outages in the affected areas.

Are ski fields and lifts affected by the snowstorm?

—Yes, many ski fields and lifts remained closed due to the snowstorm, and some resorts have warned of delayed starts.

Timestamped Summary

00:17California experiences a powerful snowstorm, causing road closures and disruptions in ski resorts.

00:45Fierce winds and heavy snowfall make travel impossible in the Sierra Nevada region.

01:19Significant snowfall, with extreme snowfall rates of 2 to 6 inches per hour and winds exceeding 100 mph, closes a 70-mile stretch of Interstate 80 near the Nevada state line.

02:00Winter storm warnings and blizzard warnings are in effect for most western states.

03:27Avalanche danger is high, and about 5 to 12 feet of snow is forecasted to fall along the Sierra Crest.

03:45Many ski fields and lifts remain closed, with some resorts warning of delayed starts.

07:21Road closures, power outages, and poor visibility due to the snowstorm

10:36Interstate 80 remains closed, and tens of thousands of homes are without power

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