CALIFORNIA – Back-to-back storms are barreling down on the Golden State this weekend, bringing rain and snow and threatening flooding in some abnormally-dry regions.
“A significant early season storm is forecast to bring snow and wind to the mountains of interior Northern California today through Saturday evening,” noted the National Weather Service in a Winter Storm Warning. “A couple of feet of snow are possible above 6000 feet by Saturday night. Motorists planning travel into the mountains during this time frame should be prepared for winter driving conditions. Lighter snowfall is expected on Sunday.”
The advisory warns of difficult travel conditions and possible power outages across much of state. And AccuWeather warns that local flash flooding, heavy rainfall, and mudslides are probable throughout the state—particularly in Northern California regions affected by recent fires. CBS Sacramento reports that crews in Sonoma County are sandbagging to prevent flooding in the fire-damaged area.
"While less rain will fall along the east-facing slopes, enough rain may still fall to cause flash flooding and mudslides, especially in recent burn scar areas," noted AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist Mike Doll.
Max gust winds are expected to fell branches and further complicate travel.
Wet weather is expected to persist throughout the weekend and into Monday morning. AndNowUKnow will continue to report.
