Winter Storm Watch

Locations Affected

Mount Dana, CA ∙ Sugarloaf Saw Mill, CA ∙ Devils Postpile National Monument, CA ∙ Kings Canyon National Park, CA ∙ Mount Russell, CA ∙ Johnsondale, CA ∙ Shaver Lake, CA ∙ Mount Goddard, CA ∙ Mount Kaweah, CA ∙ Excelsior Mountain, CA

Full Alert Message

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Hanford CA 250 PM PDT Wed Apr 8 2026 ...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT ABOVE 7000 FEET FROM FRIDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Heavy snow impacting travel and outdoor activities possible. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Sierra Nevada above 7000 feet. * WHEN...From Friday afternoon through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. The strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs may down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages. Whiteout conditions are possible and may make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin to reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and a hat will keep you from losing your body heat. Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order.

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