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Winter Storm Warning, California

Severe

Up to 8 inches of snow, gusts up to 45 mph. Travel could be very difficult.

Ended Sunday, February 22, 2026.

Issued
Expires
Updated

Places in this warning

How much

Snow across the area
Up to 8 inches
Wind gusts
Up to 45 mph

Map

Map of California with this warning The Winter Storm Warning covers Weaverville, Lewiston, Douglas City. I-5US 101WeavervilleDouglas CityJunction CitySalyerCALIFORNIA20 mi I-5US 101WeavervilleDouglas CityJunction CityCALIFORNIA20 mi I-5WeavervilleDouglas CityCALIFORNIA20 mi I-5WeavervilleDouglas CityCALIFORNIA25 mi
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Details from the National Weather Service

What
Heavy snow expected for elevations above 4500. Total snow accumulations up to 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
Where
Northern Trinity, including Highway 3 at Scott Mountain Pass.
When
Until 3 in the afternoon this afternoon.
Impacts
Travel could be very difficult. Tire chains may be necessary if travelling through mountain passes and road closures are possible. Strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines.

Updates

  1. Allowed to end on time. February 22, 2026
  2. Snow totals lowered from up to 10 inches to up to 8 inches. February 22, 2026
  3. Now ends earlier, at Sunday, 3 in the afternoon. February 21, 2026
  4. Snow totals lowered from up to 12 inches to up to 10 inches. February 21, 2026
  5. Snow totals raised from up to 10 inches to up to 12 inches. February 20, 2026
  6. Replaces the Winter Storm Watch. February 20, 2026