Tornado warnings seen in Central California as NorCal faces snowstorm
A tornado warning was in effect earlier Saturday just miles south of Gilroy, according to the National Weather Service.
A tornado warning was in effect earlier Saturday just miles south of Gilroy, according to the National Weather Service.
Blizzard conditions, monster winds and whiteouts continue in Tahoe
Blizzard conditions and whiteouts with multiple feet of snowfall in the Lake Tahoe region continued on Saturday. As many as 10 feet of snow is expected to fall in some of the higher elevations of the Sierra by the end of the weekend.
Blizzard conditions and whiteouts with multiple feet of snowfall in the Lake Tahoe region continued on Saturday. As many as 10 feet of snow is expected to fall in some of the higher elevations of the Sierra by the end of the weekend.
Mountain storm: Great water supply and skiing with a big dose of danger
California's mountains provide water, natural habitat, recreation, and tourism. That said, the mountains can provide real winter danger. As of Friday afternoon, I-80 westbound traffic is being turned at the Nevada State Line, and eastbound traffic on the same interstate is being turned around at Drum Forebay due to spin-outs, high winds, and low visibility.
California's mountains provide water, natural habitat, recreation, and tourism. That said, the mountains can provide real winter danger. As of Friday afternoon, I-80 westbound traffic is being turned at the Nevada State Line, and eastbound traffic on the same interstate is being turned around at Drum Forebay due to spin-outs, high winds, and low visibility.
Driving to Tahoe in the blizzard? Think again
Blizzard conditions on Friday morning were picking up en route to the Sierra, prompting the California Highway Patrol to beg drivers: Don't make the trip if you don't have to.
Blizzard conditions on Friday morning were picking up en route to the Sierra, prompting the California Highway Patrol to beg drivers: Don't make the trip if you don't have to.
Blizzard conditions close Yosemite National Park, ski resort operations
Yosemite National Park closed at midnight Thursday because of a major winter storm that is expected to cause blizzard conditions. And ski resorts were closing some of their runs, too.
Yosemite National Park closed at midnight Thursday because of a major winter storm that is expected to cause blizzard conditions. And ski resorts were closing some of their runs, too.
Tahoe blizzard warning: Wind gusts hit 100 mph at some Sierra peaks
As a blizzard started pounding the Sierra on Thursday, wind gusts whipped at more than 100 mph at certain peaks in the Sierra including near the Palisades ski resort.
As a blizzard started pounding the Sierra on Thursday, wind gusts whipped at more than 100 mph at certain peaks in the Sierra including near the Palisades ski resort.
Tahoe blizzard: Everything you need to know
Since blizzards don't occur every day in California, we'd thought we'd break down what's going on and explain this weather phenomenon.
Since blizzards don't occur every day in California, we'd thought we'd break down what's going on and explain this weather phenomenon.
Sierra blizzard warning: Up to 12 feet of snow could blanket Northern California
Another big storm is on the way, dumping snow in the Sierra and bringing more rain to the Bay Area.
Another big storm is on the way, dumping snow in the Sierra and bringing more rain to the Bay Area.
Major Sierra snow storm, blizzard conditions ahead
The National Weather Service said that rain and gusty winds will hit the Bay Area starting on Thursday afternoon and last through Sunday.
The National Weather Service said that rain and gusty winds will hit the Bay Area starting on Thursday afternoon and last through Sunday.
Several Bay Area roads closed due to storm damage
The Bay Area endured some stormy weather that forced the closure of several major roads across the region.
The Bay Area endured some stormy weather that forced the closure of several major roads across the region.
Bay Area pothole problems show improvement, caution remains
The Bay Area has experienced a recurring cycle of rain, primarily in squalls, leading to persistent drainage and wet roadways. The moisture softens the asphalt, creating potholes as vehicles cross the roads.
The Bay Area has experienced a recurring cycle of rain, primarily in squalls, leading to persistent drainage and wet roadways. The moisture softens the asphalt, creating potholes as vehicles cross the roads.
Highway 84 in Alameda County to remain closed through Friday, amid ongoing storms
A collapsed section of Highway 84 in Sunol in Alameda County was expected to remain closed through Friday, as the region continued to be pummeled by severe storms.
A collapsed section of Highway 84 in Sunol in Alameda County was expected to remain closed through Friday, as the region continued to be pummeled by severe storms.
Water recedes after a brief flood warning in San Francisco
San Francisco floodwaters have receded after a brief flash flood warning went into effect on Tuesday.
San Francisco floodwaters have receded after a brief flash flood warning went into effect on Tuesday.
Sebastopol high schools closed after tree falls on building
Two high schools in Sebastopol that share a campus were closed after a tree on a building.
Two high schools in Sebastopol that share a campus were closed after a tree on a building.
Few power outages, damage reported on Peninsula in wake of storms
After last year’s atmospheric river storms drenched the Bay Area, a Redwood City hardware store says people seem to be much more prepared this time around.
After last year’s atmospheric river storms drenched the Bay Area, a Redwood City hardware store says people seem to be much more prepared this time around.
North Bay contends with affects of strong winds, rain
This weekend's storm continued to take a toll on parts of the Bay Area on Monday.
This weekend's storm continued to take a toll on parts of the Bay Area on Monday.
Highway 84 closed for emergency repair work after road slipout
Caltrans has closed a section of Highway 84 in Sunol, with the closure expected to last at least through Tuesday due to a road slipout.
Caltrans has closed a section of Highway 84 in Sunol, with the closure expected to last at least through Tuesday due to a road slipout.
Extreme weather, flooding influencing where millions in US decide to live, research shows
As people choose different areas to move to and try to get away from flooding hazards, storms with relentless precipitation are continuing to impact several U.S. regions, and it’s taking its toll on infrastructure.
As people choose different areas to move to and try to get away from flooding hazards, storms with relentless precipitation are continuing to impact several U.S. regions, and it’s taking its toll on infrastructure.
Storm floods roadways and brings down trees in North Bay
In the North Bay, this weekend's round of rain and wind has, so far, not been as damaging as the atmospheric river storm system that hit the region earlier this month.
In the North Bay, this weekend's round of rain and wind has, so far, not been as damaging as the atmospheric river storm system that hit the region earlier this month.
San Francisco Bay Area weather: Monterey Co. sees evacuation warning, storm flooding possible
An evacuation warning has gone out for the River Fire Burn Scar area of Monterey County on Sunday evening, the county said.
An evacuation warning has gone out for the River Fire Burn Scar area of Monterey County on Sunday evening, the county said.