California’s warm and dry Christmas holiday turned into pounding rain and stormy weather, expected to last through the New Year’s weekend.
Heavy precipitation began late Monday night into Tuesday morning throughout Northern California, followed by heavy snow in the Sierra Nevada and other mountain ranges.
The Bay Area could expect up to three inches of rain, with flood warnings issued for several counties. Several car accidents were reported, as driving was impeded by hydroplaning vehicles and low visibility throughout the region. Meteorologists advised there could also be avalanches up in the back country of the mountains. The winter storm warning was in effect through Wednesday at 10 a.m.
Roaring winds up to 70 mph were already whipping through parts of the Bay Area. Mt. Tamalpais in Marin County and Mt Diabolo and Contra Costa County were getting hit the hardest. Power was knocked out early Tuesday morning in Belmont and along the Peninsula."This will bring multiple rounds of rain and snow through the week and through the weekend," the office said.
Drought-stricken California’s mountain snowpack, a key part of the state’s water supply, is off to a good start. But experts remain cautious. Last winter had a similar start and then turned extraordinarily dry January through March, the months that normally bring the most rain and snow.Heavy snow and avalanche conditions will permeate the Sierra this week.By clicking Sign Up, I confirm
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