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Updated:April 2, 2026 5:16 am PDT

Winter Weather Advisory WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY  
Nevada County

  Effective: Wed, 4/1 7:21pm Severity:  Moderate 
  Updated: April 2, 2026 5:16 am Urgency: Expected
  Expires: Thu, 4/2 8:00am Certainty: Likely

Areas Affected: West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada
 
Alert Details:
* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 12 inches at the
highest elevations. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada County.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM PDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions
could impact the Wednesday night and Thursday morning commutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels lowering to 5500-6000 feet
tonight.

Information:
Check the latest road conditions from Caltrans online at
quickmap.dot.ca.gov or dial 5 1 1.
Winter Weather Advisory WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY  
Nevada County

  Effective: Wed, 4/1 4:59am Severity:  Moderate 
  Updated: April 2, 2026 5:16 am Urgency: Expected
  Expires: Thu, 4/2 8:00am Certainty: Likely

Areas Affected: Greater Lake Tahoe Area - Greater Lake Tahoe Area
 
Alert Details:
* WHAT...Snow. Snow accumulations tonight of 2-4 inches on the
Sierra crest. Then for Wednesday-Thursday morning, 4-8 inches west
of Highway 89 with 6-12 inches along the Sierra crest. 1 to 3
inches possible at lake level. Sierra valley gusts of 45 to 55
mph. Wave heights on Lake Tahoe from 3 to 6 feet. 100 mph gusts on
the ridgetops.

* WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM PDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions
could impact the Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning commutes.
Very strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power
lines.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are expected on Wednesday
night between 8 PM and 5 AM.

Information:
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.

Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while
driving, especially during the morning commutes. If you are going
outside, watch your first few steps taken on stairs, sidewalks, and
driveways. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your
risk of a fall and injury.