Winter Storm Warning Issued for Siskiyou County Above 4500 Feet
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The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Siskiyou County, with heavy snow and 55 mph wind gusts expected above 4500 feet starting Saturday night.
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- Record type
- Winter Storm Warning
- Affected area
- Northern California
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Medford
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Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Northern California.
Winter Storm Warning Issued for Siskiyou County Above 4500 Feet
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Medford, OR, has issued a Winter Storm Warning for high-elevation regions of Siskiyou County. The alert is classified as severe, with hazardous winter weather conditions likely to impact the area.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically targets areas above 4500 feet in Western, South Central, North Central, and Southeast Siskiyou County. Impacted locations include Snowmans Summit and Dead Horse Summit on Highway 89, as well as the Mt Shasta Ski Park Highway.
What You Should Do
Residents and travelers are urged to prepare for difficult travel conditions. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Tire chains may be necessary for mountain passes, and road closures are possible. For the latest road information, call 5 1 1 or visit quickmap.dot.ca.gov.
Expected Conditions
Heavy snow is expected above 4500 feet, with total snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches. In addition to the snow, strong winds are anticipated, with gusts as high as 55 mph over high and exposed terrain. These winds could cause damage to trees.
Timeline
The Winter Storm Warning is in effect from 10:00 PM PST Saturday, February 21, through 4:00 PM PST Sunday, February 22.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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