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Rio Dell Alerts
Thursday February 29th, 2024 :: 01:51 p.m. PST

Alert

Winter Storm Warning until 10:00AM Sunday

...STRONG WINTER STORM THROUGH SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow above 2500 feet through Friday. 16 to 24 inches expected on high mountain passes. Then heavy snow above 1000 feet through Sunday. 20 to 30 inches of additional snowfall on high passes. Lighter snow of 2 to 4 inches as low as 500 feet. Winds gusting up to 45 mph.

* WHERE...Humboldt Interior.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. The strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs may down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages. Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Tire chains may be necessary if travelling through mountain passes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

* AFFECTED AREAS: NORTHERN HUMBOLDT INTERIOR ... SOUTHERN HUMBOLDT INTERIOR

Instructions:

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order.

Address/Location
Rio Dell Alerts
675 Wildwood Ave
Rio Dell, CA 95562

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 707-764-5642

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Alert Details

Severity:
Severe - Significant threat to life or property
Urgency:
Expected - Responsive action SHOULD be taken soon (within next hour)
Certainty:
Likely (p > ~50%)
Category:
Meteorological (inc. flood)
Event:
Winter Storm Warning

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