Sierra blizzard: what you need to know
A cold storm from the Gulf of Alaska has led authorities to issue a blizzard warning covering much of the Sierra Nevada mountains in California. Up to 12 feet of snow could fall in the hardest hit areas.
A cold storm from the Gulf of Alaska has led authorities to issue a blizzard warning covering much of the Sierra Nevada mountains in California. Up to 12 feet of snow could fall in the hardest hit areas.
Skiers, snowboarders preparing for massive Sierra storm
The Sierra Snow Lab says the latest storm expected to hit the Lake Tahoe area this week could make its way into the top 10 snowiest days since 1970. According to the lab, the snowiest days on record is a tie between March 1982 and December 2021 with a total of 39 inches, but researchers with the lab say this blizzard could make for a new record. KTVU's Alex Savidge and Cristina Rendon speak with Kevin "Coop" Cooper, Communications Director for Cali-Pass Resorts about the threat the storm poses for skiers and snowboarders hoping to take advantage of the snow and how long some may have to wait to hit the slopes.
The Sierra Snow Lab says the latest storm expected to hit the Lake Tahoe area this week could make its way into the top 10 snowiest days since 1970. According to the lab, the snowiest days on record is a tie between March 1982 and December 2021 with a total of 39 inches, but researchers with the lab say this blizzard could make for a new record. KTVU's Alex Savidge and Cristina Rendon speak with Kevin "Coop" Cooper, Communications Director for Cali-Pass Resorts about the threat the storm poses for skiers and snowboarders hoping to take advantage of the snow and how long some may have to wait to hit the slopes.
Texas Panhandle wildfire: Largest fire in state history claims 2 lives
The Smokehouse Creek fire in the Texas Panhandle has now burned more than 1 million acres and has claimed the lives of two women.
The Smokehouse Creek fire in the Texas Panhandle has now burned more than 1 million acres and has claimed the lives of two women.
Rain and snow in the forecast
Rain and snow are in the forecast through at least Monday.
Rain and snow are in the forecast through at least Monday.
Skiers, storm chasers head to Tahoe ahead of blizzard warning
Last minute preparations were underway Wednesday night, ahead of the next round of snow in the Sierra.
Last minute preparations were underway Wednesday night, ahead of the next round of snow in the Sierra.
Magnitude 3.8 earthquake measured in Discovery Bay
U.S. Geological Survey recorded a magnitude 3.8 earthquake in Discovery Bay on Wednesday evening.
U.S. Geological Survey recorded a magnitude 3.8 earthquake in Discovery Bay on Wednesday evening.
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.
Blizzard warning for Sierra issued days in advance
A blizzard warning was issued days in advance for the Sierra. A major snowstorm is expected to hit Thursday at 4 a.m. and last to Sunday at 10 a.m.
A blizzard warning was issued days in advance for the Sierra. A major snowstorm is expected to hit Thursday at 4 a.m. and last to Sunday at 10 a.m.
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.
Significant snow event ahead
Steve Paulson said there will be significant snow and blizzard conditions from Thursday to Sunday.
Steve Paulson said there will be significant snow and blizzard conditions from Thursday to Sunday.
Slightly cooler Tuesday, mild temps with chance of rain this weekend
Look for a transition day this Thursday from cooler, but mild temperatures and the rain to come this weekend. KTVU's Bill Martin says there will be a lot of snow in the mountains this weekend as well.
Look for a transition day this Thursday from cooler, but mild temperatures and the rain to come this weekend. KTVU's Bill Martin says there will be a lot of snow in the mountains this weekend as well.
Light drizzle
There's some light drizzle around the Bay Area.
There's some light drizzle around the Bay Area.
Low clouds, drizzle
Today will see low clouds and drizzle. Highs in the low 60s.
Today will see low clouds and drizzle. Highs in the low 60s.
Temps start to cool off
Sunday will be cooler than Saturday, beginning a cooler period in the Bay Area this week.
Sunday will be cooler than Saturday, beginning a cooler period in the Bay Area this week.
Clear and sunny skies this Saturday
It's another gorgeous day in the Bay Area! KTVU Meteorologist Roberta Gonzales shares the latest forecast.
It's another gorgeous day in the Bay Area! KTVU Meteorologist Roberta Gonzales shares the latest forecast.
Warm start to the weekend
Temperatures will reach the upper 60s in parts of the Bay Area today and some places will hit 70 tomorrow before a cooler pattern at the start of next week.
Temperatures will reach the upper 60s in parts of the Bay Area today and some places will hit 70 tomorrow before a cooler pattern at the start of next week.
Beautiful weekend forecast
Beautiful weekend forecast with rain returning on Sunday.
Beautiful weekend forecast with rain returning on Sunday.
Warmer weather
Today's temperatures will be warmer, highs in the low 70s.
Today's temperatures will be warmer, highs in the low 70s.
Rain returns on Sunday
Temperatures could reach the 70s this weekend with rain returning Sunday afternoon into Monday. KTVU Meteorologist Roberta Gonzales has your 5-day forecast.
Temperatures could reach the 70s this weekend with rain returning Sunday afternoon into Monday. KTVU Meteorologist Roberta Gonzales has your 5-day forecast.
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.