The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for the Sierra Nevada above 5500 feet from Tuesday 3 PM through Thursday 11 AM.
Half a foot to two feet of snow accumulation is expected above 5000 feet.
Winds of twenty-five to forty-five mph are likely with gusts up to seventy mph along the crest.
Up to an inch of rain is forecast in the central valley with up to two inches of rain in the Mother Lode.
Additionally, there is a chance of thunderstorms during the afternoon and evening hours both Tuesday and Wednesday. Heavy rain, hail and an isolated tornado may all be possible threats.
There will be a decreasing threat of showers on Thursday. However, additional storm systems are likely later in the week.
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And, apparently we have a local resident to thank for this coming weather: "Drought stricken CA has me to thank for these storms, it was a guarantee we would see foul weather once I planted my garden...."
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