Alert
Winter Storm Warning 1/26/2021
The National Weather Service has issued a WINTER STORM WARNING FOR MARIPOSA COUNTY In effect from 10 PM tonight 1/26 TO 4 AM FRIDAY 1/29 Total snow accumulation of 6 to 10 feet (yes feet) expected above 4,000 feet Total snow accumulation of 5 to 10 inches expected from 2,000 feet to 4,000 feet Winds gusting as high as 55 mph throughout Mariposa County including the areas affected by the previous Mono Winds. Periods of moderate to heavy rains expected in lower elevations; localized creek flooding are possible. Some areas could see 6-8 inches of rain possible. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS The hazardous conditions will impact travel across mountainous areas. Strong winds may cause power poles, trees, and limbs to blow down. Visibilities may be reduced in heavy snowfall and blowing snow. Whiteout conditions are possible at times. Please drive slow and watch for debris, ice and flooded areas. Do not cross flooded roadways, turn around and find alternate routes. check road conditions before you leave the house. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Prepare for possible power outages. SAND BAGS Sand and sand bags are available to the public at: * Mormon Bar Fire Station 4621 Hwy 49 South * Don Pedro Fire Station- 9727 Merced Falls Rd STAY INFORMED Mariposa County Road Conditions- http://www.mariposacounty.org/1097/County-Road-Conditions Cal Trans Road Conditions- https://roads.dot.ca.gov/ Mariposa Sheriff Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/mariposacountysheriff National Weather Service- https://www.weather.gov/hnx/
Instructions:
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Address/Location
Mariposa County Sheriff's Office
5099 Old Hwy N
Mariposa, CA 95338
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 209-966-3615
TEXT-A-TIP - Text TIP MARIPOSASO followed by your message, to 888777
Alert Details
- Severity:
- Severe - Significant threat to life or property
- Urgency:
- Immediate - Responsive action SHOULD be taken immediately
- Certainty:
- Likely (p > ~50%)
- Category:
- Meteorological (inc. flood)
- Event:
- Winter Storm Warning