Weather forecast and resources to prepare for upcoming severe weather.
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Moderate to heavy snow and significant travel impacts today, freezing to below freezing morning temperatures on Friday
February 19, 2026 – Heavy snow and rain today, within an additional 1-2 feet above 3500 feet. Snow levels 1500-2500 ft today, as low as 1000 feet at times in the Sierra. Dangerous to impossible mountain travel, chain controls, road closures & long stretches of highways impacted. Editor’s note: Here is a detail graphic of the local snow forecast for today only. Cold morning temperatures Friday and Saturday with lows near to below freezing with lingering light showers mainly in the mountains. Warmer storm system brings additional moderate to heavy rain/mountain snow and gusty winds Sunday into next week with…
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Winter weather: Watches, warnings explained
Winter weather can bring storms, snow and floods. NWS Sacramento Warning Meteorologist Courtney Carpenter explains the different types of warnings issued by the National Weather Service and what you can do to be prepared for winter weather.
Winter vehicle prep
We caught up with John Volz, the owner of Volz Bros Automotive in Grass Valley, to get a winter checklist for your car. Driving in the snow is not an everyday occurrence in the Foothills, but it happens. Be prepared with John’s easy tips and, as always, check weather conditions before taking off.
How to insulate water pipes to prevent freeze damage
How to insulate your water pipes for winter with local expert Andrew Twidwell, owner of ABT Plumbing. Andrew shows you how to protect outdoor pipes and risers with widely available supplies. Tips for irrigation systems and a reminder about the main shutoff valve included.
BYOB (Bring your own Bag)
With upcoming storms, Nevada County is providing free sand for residents to use in sandbags. Bring your own shovel, sandbags and a pair of gloves to the free sand stations.
February 29, 2024 at 1:37 PM With the most significant storm of the season moving in, we checked in with Nevada County OES Program Manager Paul Cummings. He shares tips on how to be ready and what to expect as the storm progresses on Friday through Sunday.