Winter Storm Warning Issued for Grapevine as Snow and High Winds Threaten Commutes
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NOAA issued it on April 6, 2026, 5 months ago. Warnings of this kind stay in effect for hours to a few days, so this page is a historical record of what was issued, not a current warning. For conditions where you are right now, check weather.gov (US), weather.gc.ca (Canada), the Met Office (UK), or the Bureau of Meteorology (Australia).
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The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for the Grapevine area, effective from Monday afternoon through Thursday morning, citing snow and 45 mph wind gusts.
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- Record type
- Winter Storm Warning
- Affected area
- Grapevine, California
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Hanford CA
Storm notices can cover different combinations of wind, hail, lightning, and rainfall. Use the original notice for the hazards and boundaries attached to this specific record.
Record status: historical. It was issued 5 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Grapevine, California.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service (NWS) in Hanford, CA has issued a Winter Storm Warning for the Grapevine region. This alert is effective as of 10:49 AM PST on February 16 and will remain in place until Thursday morning.
Affected Areas
The primary geographic area impacted by this warning is the Grapevine (CAZ335).
What You Should Do
Residents and travelers are advised to take the following precautions:
- If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.
- Monitor the latest road conditions by calling 5 1 1.
- Prepare for potential power outages or travel delays due to fallen tree branches.
Expected Conditions
- Snowfall: Light wet snow is expected with total accumulations of 1 to 2 inches. Snow levels are forecast to fall below Tejon Pass Tuesday into Wednesday.
- Wind: Gusty winds are anticipated, with speeds reaching as high as 45 mph.
- Impacts: Hazardous conditions are expected to create slippery road surfaces, specifically impacting the Monday evening and Tuesday morning commutes. High winds may also bring down tree branches.
Timeline
The warning is in effect from 4:00 PM PST this afternoon, February 16, until 9:00 AM PST on Thursday, February 19.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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