Winter Storm Warning Issued for Humboldt and Del Norte Interior Through Wednesday
Weather Alerts high NOAA · · Northern California
A major winter storm is expected to bring up to 22 inches of snow and 35 mph wind gusts to the Humboldt and Del Norte Interior regions through Wednesday afternoon.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Eureka, CA has issued a Winter Storm Warning for the interior regions of Del Norte and Humboldt counties. The warning is in effect as heavy snow and strong winds are expected to create hazardous conditions at higher elevations.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically covers the following geographic regions in Northern California:
- Del Norte Interior
- Northern Humboldt Interior
- Southern Humboldt Interior
What You Should Do
Residents and travelers are urged to take the following precautions:
- Delay Travel: Officials strongly recommend delaying all travel if possible. If you must travel, use extreme caution, allow extra time, and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility.
- Emergency Supplies: Keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle. Ensure your car is winterized and in good working order.
- Safety Equipment: Tire chains may be necessary for those traveling through mountain passes.
- Stay Indoors: If you must go outside, dress in multiple layers to prevent frostbite and hypothermia. Cover exposed skin and wear gloves, a scarf, and a hat.
- Utility Safety: Do not touch downed power lines and report any outages to your local electric company.
- Road Conditions: For the latest road updates, call 5 1 1.
Expected Conditions
- Snow Accumulation: Total snow accumulations are expected to range between 6 and 22 inches for elevations above 2,000 feet.
- Snow Levels: While the primary impact is above 2,000 feet, snow levels could drop as low as 1,500 feet during periods of heaviest snowfall.
- Wind Speeds: Winds are forecast to gust as high as 35 mph.
- Impacts: Travel could become difficult to impossible due to slick roadways and the potential for downed trees and power lines.
Timeline
- Effective Period: The warning begins at 7:00 PM PST Monday, February 16.
- Peak Intensity: The heaviest snowfall rates are expected from Monday night through Tuesday morning.
- Expiration: The alert is scheduled to remain in effect until 4:00 PM PST Wednesday, February 18.
Source: NOAA Official Notice