Winter Storm Warning Issued for Trinity County Through Thursday Morning

Source: NOAA · Northern California

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The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Trinity County, forecasting heavy snow and difficult travel conditions through 10 AM PST Thursday.

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Record type
Winter Storm Warning
Affected area
Northern California
Issued
April 6, 2026
Issuing authority
NWS Eureka CA

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 Northern California.

Alert Details

The National Weather Service (NWS) office in Eureka, CA, has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Trinity County. The alert was issued late Wednesday night as a cold front moves through the region, bringing additional snowfall and hazardous conditions.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically impacts Northern and Southern Trinity County in Northern California. This includes mountain passes and regions where snow levels are expected to fluctuate during the storm.

What You Should Do

Persons in the affected areas should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, motorists are urged to use extreme caution. If you must travel, ensure your vehicle is equipped with an extra flashlight, food, and water in case of an emergency. Travelers can obtain the latest road conditions by calling 5-1-1. Tire chains may be required for those traveling through mountain passes, and residents should be prepared for potential road closures.

Expected Conditions

Heavy snow is expected with snow levels generally staying above 1,500 feet. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches are forecast. During the heaviest snowfall rates, snow levels could potentially drop as low as 1,000 feet. These conditions are expected to make travel very difficult to impossible in certain areas.

Timeline

The Winter Storm Warning is effective immediately and remains in effect until 10:00 AM PST on Thursday, February 19. The heaviest snowfall rates are expected to occur through Thursday morning as the cold front passes.

Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗

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The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Trinity County, forecasting heavy snow and difficult travel conditions through 10 AM PST Thursday.
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This alert was issued by NOAA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
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This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
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