Winter Storm Warning Issued for San Gabriel Mountains and Antelope Valley Foothills
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NOAA issued it on April 6, 2026, 4 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 portions of Los Angeles County, forecasting heavy snow and 50 mph wind gusts starting Tuesday night.
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- Record type
- Winter Storm Warning
- Affected area
- Southern California
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard
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 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Southern California.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Los Angeles/Oxnard has issued a Winter Storm Warning for the Western San Gabriel Mountains and surrounding foothills. This severe weather alert indicates that hazardous winter conditions are likely and may pose a significant threat to travel and property.
Affected Areas
The warning impacts the following geographic regions:
- Western San Gabriel Mountains and the Highway 14 Corridor
- Western Antelope Valley Foothills
- Eastern Antelope Valley Foothills
What You Should Do
Residents and commuters in the affected areas should take the following safety measures:
- Travel Precautions: If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.
- Road Conditions: Obtain the latest road conditions for your state by calling 5 1 1.
- Commute Planning: Plan for slippery road conditions that could significantly impact the Wednesday morning and evening commutes.
Expected Conditions
Significant snow accumulation and high winds are forecast for the region:
- Snow Accumulations: Total snow accumulations of 1 to 4 inches are expected for elevations between 3,500 and 4,500 feet. Elevations above 4,500 feet may see accumulations of 4 to 8 inches.
- Wind Speeds: Winds could gust as high as 50 mph.
- Physical Impacts: Very strong winds are expected and could cause extensive tree damage. Hazardous driving conditions are anticipated due to snow and ice.
Timeline
The Winter Storm Warning is effective from 9:00 PM PST on Tuesday, February 17, through 9:00 AM PST on Thursday, February 19.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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