Winter Storm Warning Issued for Trinity County; Heavy Snow Expected Through Thursday Morning

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Eureka, CA, has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Trinity County. The alert is currently in effect and is scheduled to remain active until 10:00 AM PST on Thursday, February 19, 2026.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the following geographic regions in California:

• Northern Trinity County
• Southern Trinity County

What You Should Do

Residents and motorists are advised to consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, use extreme caution. If you must travel, ensure your vehicle is equipped with an extra flashlight, food, and water in case of an emergency. Tire chains may be necessary for those traveling through mountain passes, and road closures are possible. For the latest road conditions in your state, call 5-1-1.

Expected Conditions

Heavy snow is expected with snow levels generally above 1,500 feet. However, during periods of heaviest snowfall, snow levels could drop as low as 1,000 feet. Additional snow accumulations between 3 and 8 inches are forecast. These conditions are expected to make travel very difficult to impossible.

Timeline

The Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 10:00 AM PST Thursday. A cold front will bring additional snow tonight through Thursday morning, with the heaviest snowfall rates expected during the overnight and early morning hours.