A powerful winter storm is set to bury parts of the Sierra Nevada range under tremendous amounts of snow this week, likely causing major travel disruptions and raising the risk of life-threatening conditions.
Meteorologists expect over 6-10 feet of total accumulation in the highest elevations. The extreme snowfall rates combined with hurricane-force winds will create blinding blizzard conditions that may persist for days, isolating mountain communities.
A Storm to Go Down in History
This storm has the potential to rank among the most significant ever recorded in the region. The towering snow drifts and prolonged closures of vital transportation arteries could resemble those of past historical storms.
Preparations by residents and emergency management personnel will be crucial to preserve public safety through this dangerous event.