Winter Storm Warning Issued for Lake County and Mendocino Interior Through Thursday Morning

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Eureka, CA has issued a Winter Storm Warning for portions of Northern California. The alert remains in effect until early Thursday morning as hazardous winter conditions continue to impact the region.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the following geographic regions:

• Northwestern Mendocino Interior
• Northeastern Mendocino Interior
• Northern Lake County
• Southern Lake County

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers are advised to take the following precautions:

• Delay Travel: Persons should consider delaying all travel. Travel is highly discouraged due to slick roadways and the possibility of downed trees and power lines.
• Emergency Supplies: If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.
• Safety Hazards: Do not touch downed power lines and report any power outages to your electric company.
• Information: The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Expected Conditions

• Snowfall: Heavy snow is expected at elevations above 2,000 feet. Additional snow accumulations of up to 3 inches are forecast.
• Wind and Infrastructure: Strong winds combined with the weight of snow on tree limbs may down power lines and cause sporadic power outages.
• Travel Hazards: Roads, especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions throughout the warning period.

Timeline

The Winter Storm Warning is effective immediately and is scheduled to expire at 6:00 AM PST on Thursday, February 19, 2026.