A powerful Pacific storm is set to bring severe weather conditions across the Western United States this weekend, with forecasters issuing warnings for heavy snow, gusty winds, and potential blizzard conditions starting Thursday evening through Sunday. The storm, impacting California, Nevada, Utah, and parts of Arizona, is expected to deliver significant snowfall, particularly in the Sierra Nevada, where snow accumulation could range from 5 to 12 feet above 5,000 feet elevation. Blizzard warnings have been issued, indicating life-threatening conditions with strong winds that could reach up to 110 mph at the highest elevations. Authorities are urging the public to avoid unnecessary travel, especially in mountain areas, where conditions could become extremely dangerous to impossible. In addition to snow, the storm is expected to bring heavy rain, high surf, and gusty winds to lower elevations, with wind gusts potentially exceeding 60 mph in some areas. Various regions are preparing for the impact, including issuing high wind and surf advisories, and the First Friday event has been postponed due to the forecasted conditions.
A High Surf Advisory will go into effect at 10 AM this morning and remain in effect through 4 PM Saturday. Building northwesterly swell will result in large breaking waves and dangerous beach conditions through Saturday. #CAwx https://t.co/KHkv6h54Iq
First Friday in the Arts District has been postponed due to forcasted high winds, organizers announced. https://t.co/IVNIvk7Q8u
#Blizzard Update: Both Palisades Tahoe and Alpine ski resorts are closed today due to intense snowfall and winds over 100 mph. Get the latest here: https://t.co/uZ6x7WgZIV https://t.co/cyaRIj2uHh
Red Flag Warning issued for most of the Urban Corridor and plains 10 AM to 7 PM Saturday. Southwest winds gusting to 35 to 45 mph. Avoid outdoor burning and anything that could produce sparks. #cowx https://t.co/W9jf1Tk6pn
Palisades Tahoe and Alpine Meadows are completely closed today due to blizzard like conditions in Tahoe. https://t.co/v4NougvpPr
California’s Greater Lake Tahoe area is expected to begin March buried in deep, powdery, windswept snow. A rare warning for “life-threatening blizzard conditions” is in effect for the Sierra Nevada mountains, according to forecasters. https://t.co/wdKHbSXcJj
Blizzard conditions picked up across the Sierra Nevada on Thursday and will only get worse Friday and Saturday as a cold, powerful storm slams California. https://t.co/fdrt96vQFh
A severe winter storm has begun bringing copious amounts of snow to California's Sierra Nevada this week. Extremely dangerous mountain travel is expected, with long stretches of roadway becoming impassible with blizzard conditions. https://t.co/NSIgZhWeqT
Rain in California: Cold storm to bring another round of wet, cold weather. https://t.co/Ab6t9l5C5H Click the image to read more:
A storm arriving in Utah has the potential to deliver multiple feet of mountain snow and decent valley accumulation this weekend, depending on variables. https://t.co/XxJjpmhKtm
You'll want to hunker down this weekend and get cozy as a storm is going to bring winter BACK to Utah. Wind, rain and SNOW are expected across Utah - get ready! FULL FORECAST: https://t.co/UgcTTiYk8U 📸Liz Trythall https://t.co/QSAg8G7q4k
The local power company are all keeping an eye out for a storm that could bring snow and strong wind to the Wasatch Front this weekend. #storm #weather #snow #wind Read more: https://t.co/CqfuXxd8km
ALERTS Friday & Saturday for high surf and wind For the latest: https://t.co/muuNV6flYD #CAwx https://t.co/C3HBQPcmJU
The most powerful Pacific storm of the season started barreling into the Sierra Nevada on Thursday, packing multiple feet of snow and dangerous winds. https://t.co/nTF8YeLdvC
A Pacific storm packing powerful winds and heavy snow is shaping up to be the strongest of the season, forecasters say, as it pushes toward California with potential blizzard conditions in the Sierra. https://t.co/0RK1p0sWYO
Gusty winds arrive for Friday into Saturday morning. Gusts to 40+mph are possible, especially within the higher terrain and along the coast. Be sure to secure any loose items that may blow about in the wind! #cawx https://t.co/CC8DpPIvFY
The most powerful Pacific storm of the season started barreling into the Sierra Nevada. https://t.co/XayzBdgzVr
FIRST ALERT WEATHER: Look out for intense winds over the next 48 hours. Winds will peak Saturday before the cold front hits. Road snow is likely for a few hours after the front. More snow showers possible on Sunday. #utwx https://t.co/lUNUstZwSl
Hang on, everyone! Friday-Sunday is expected to be gusty and dusty. Saturday could be the most intense! Ahead of the storm, changes in the Las Vegas calendar, including postponing #FirstFriday @News3LV https://t.co/RPCpJflKTS
First day of a multi-day big snow storm in the Sierra! Rain changed to snow today. FEET of accumulation & strong winds leading to blizzard conditions. Blizzard warning in effect until Sunday. We’ll be live from Truckee, CA on Friday from 8a-Noon est/5-9a pst. https://t.co/jsRARAbu8D
#FYI: @FirstFridayLV for March 1, 2024 has been postponed until Friday, March 8 due to @NWSVegas forecast of high winds in southern Nevada, and a High Wind Warning has been issued for much of the area for Saturday.
First Friday at the Arts District has been postponed due to forecasted high winds in Las Vegas. https://t.co/B3rycJFTNi
We just spoke with Rocky Mountain Power about how they're prepping for potentially damaging weekend wind storms. Here's 👇 the interview! https://t.co/40KdUEkl6s @RMP_Utah #utahwx #weekendweather #utah
First Friday in the Arts District has been postponed to next Friday, March 8, organizers announced Thursday. https://t.co/IVNIvk7iiW https://t.co/W00j0OqdEa
SPRING BREAK SAFETY: As beachgoers head to the beach this weekend, Fort Lauderdale officials are warning about rip currents. https://t.co/inq31uEDyE
Winds have already stirred up some dust across the valley and it's only going to get worse tomorrow and Saturday. Wind gusts tomorrow could reach 50mph with near 60mph gusts on Saturday. UGH! @News3LV #WeatherAuthority #vegas #vegasweather #nvwx https://t.co/QSFf6oGUVQ
Gusty & dusty over the next few days across all of southern Nevada including a #blizzardwarning in Lincoln County on Saturday. Even a few inches of snow are possible in the Spring Mountains Saturday & Saturday night. Be safe out there! @News3LV @NWSVegas #WeatherAuthority #nvwx https://t.co/jxb4fkFF0C
A Pacific storm packing the heaviest snow of the winter arrived in the Sierra Thursday and is projected to dump as much as 10 feet in some areas by Sunday night. https://t.co/3PX6CiPJR7
A treacherous, life-threatening blizzard was targeting California’s mightiest mountain range Thursday, already bringing 100- to 110-mph gusts at the highest elevations, with conditions expected to deteriorate dramatically by Friday night. https://t.co/WHZlUyMITn
Heavy snow is possible for about four hours Saturday afternoon. A quick 2-5" could fall along the Wasatch Front. #utwx https://t.co/8MkD5P84n9
High wind & rain expected Secure outdoor items & prep for power outages. For storm issues call 311. Call 911 for emergencies https://t.co/JGhAjjX1r8 https://t.co/RLxarCmXtZ
Saturday morning will be VERY WINDY in Utah. Cold front hits early Saturday afternoon. #utwx https://t.co/e3v97SM4aL
Rocky Mountain Power is preparing for an incoming winter storm expected to affect its service area from Friday evening through Saturday night, potentially causing power outages due to strong winds and snow along the Wasatch Front. https://t.co/M2Ndd4Jv1V
Hold on to your hats! Several days of strong winds, especially Friday through early Sunday morning. Make sure to secure loose items around your home and be on the lookout for areas of blowing dust. Stay safe! @News3LV #WeatherAuthority #nvwx #Vegas #VegasWeather #nvwx #highwinds https://t.co/JTjWSXAObj
Here we go! Numerous wind and winter weather alerts out for Utah as we head into the weekend. Everything you need to know about this storm coming up at 4, 5, 6 & 10PM on @KUTV2News. #utwx https://t.co/CocgAEafRo
GET READY, UTAH! 🌬️❄️ A powerful storm is headed our way this weekend, bringing everything from gusty winds to heavy snowfall. Here's what to expect: https://t.co/ULv6Jcd7N5 https://t.co/pWE1Q2QXe6
#WXAlert: Hair blowing in the wind? Itchy eyes? High winds in the Las #Vegas valley are forecasted to kick up a lot of dust, especially around construction sites in the coming days💨 Clark County's Division of Air Quality is issuing a dust advisory for tomorrow & Saturday.… https://t.co/ayS5NT6L3P
THIS JUST IN: Tomorrow's First Friday event has been postponed due to the potential for high winds. https://t.co/AoTmfV29kT
Gusty west winds will occur this weekend, strongest late Saturday-early Sunday. Local gusts will be 60-80 MPH on the desert mountain slopes (especially east slopes of the San Bernardino Mtns) with some gusts 40-60 MPH in the deserts. https://t.co/uhm69WESvp
Mountain travel was expected to be “extremely dangerous to impossible” beginning Thursday evening and continuing through Friday, the weather service office in Sacramento said. https://t.co/WHZlUyMITn
Windy conditions continue into Friday. Strong southerly wind gusts up to 50 mph are expected. Be prepared for difficult driving conditions, localized power outages, & downed tree branches & weakened trees. #cawx https://t.co/HOemM82pq2
⚠A Wind Advisory 🌬 is in effect Friday noon through Saturday 10 AM. A passing storm will produce southerly winds 25-35 mph with gusts 50 mph. Winds will be stronger higher terrain and coastal areas of the Bay Area. #cawx https://t.co/uELlSrEtkN
A Wind Advisory has been issued for parts of SE CA & SW AZ Saturday afternoon and evening w/ frequent gusts over 40 mph. Motorists traveling in these areas (particularly I-8 and I-10) should use caution and be prepared for strong cross winds at times. #azwx #cawx https://t.co/2BnNfhuaRS
Drivers considering heading up to the Sierra are being warned not to by agencies like @CaltransHQ, the @NWS and some ski resorts. They are saying you are better off delaying your trip as up to 12 feet of snow is expected to fall over the next three days. https://t.co/0JqDxzORYO https://t.co/3kA0aZ01NJ
A slow-moving storm system was enveloping the region Thursday, bringing rain, gusty winds, and colder-than-normal temperatures that will likely result in snow on higher Bay Area elevations this weekend, forecasters said. https://t.co/o4yVaAWeWx
Widespread blowing snow will create blizzard conditions with white-out conditions and near-zero visibility, making travel “dangerous to impossible” Friday into Saturday morning, when the heaviest snow is expected, the weather service said. https://t.co/XAon6j51wi
A narrow cold frontal rainband is moving through NorCal, dropping hail and lightning in Redding as it moves southeast. This front will cause whiteout conditions in the Sierra Nevada this afternoon. The Bay Area will also likely experience briefly heavy rain and gusty wind. #CAwx https://t.co/sC2axjMdxi
Another storm is coming through our area, this time it’s bringing rain and high winds with gusts up to 50 mph. Be prepared for fallen tree limbs and power lines. Stay safe everyone. https://t.co/jpydmgUda0
Brace yourself for high winds and the chance for a ton of snow in mountain areas as the latest storm crosses into Utah. #kslwx #utahwx https://t.co/cQisqFYDKU
A storm arriving in Utah has the potential to deliver multiple feet of mountain snow and decent valley accumulation this weekend, depending on variables. Here's what else to expect. https://t.co/NnXGw3PQk7
That strong building ridge over the Bering Sea will force the Gulf of Alaska Low to dig southward, leading to a multi-day period of very heavy snow/strong winds to the Western Mountains. The Sierra are in the crosshairs for the biggest impacts. #winter #Californiastorm https://t.co/yC7EkBsHUZ
Even if Las Vegas does not see any #snow from this mega-storm coming in off the Pacific, you will still see some very strong winds, gusting to 60 mph Saturday, stay tuned... https://t.co/W5yBtZOY3W
With a massive winter storm bearing down on the Sierra Nevada, an avalanche watch was issued for the Central Sierra backcountry including the Lake Tahoe area, and some ski resorts announced closures. https://t.co/8sMX7AOTnc
Heads up weekend beachgoers! The rip current risk turns HIGH Friday and Saturday. 🌊🌊🌊 #FLwx https://t.co/ZP7en3ZaCZ
#STORMWATCH: Rain is making its way into the Bay Area and is expected to last through the weekend, with more next week. This comes amid a #blizzard warning in the Lake Tahoe area as a large snowstorm hits the region. @LisaArgenABC7 has a timeline here: https://t.co/UCU6xLOqFY https://t.co/DU577aEgSE
JUST IN: An avalanche watch was issued for the Central Sierra backcountry including the Lake Tahoe area, and some Tahoe ski resorts announced closures. https://t.co/sQQJdcKWuf
Northern California is bracing for a powerful low-pressure system that could result in historic snowfall in the Sierra Nevada. https://t.co/x6A62xJsRJ
Winds will start picking up again today, becoming much stronger Friday & Saturday. Temperatures will also be a little warmer today compared to yesterday. 💨 #WeatherAuthority #LasVegas https://t.co/oXb7DsNoAs
BIG WIND: Our biggest wind event of the season will likely precede this weekend's storm. Though the next 3 days are all windy, Saturday looks the windiest. Peak gusts Saturday could reach 50-60 mph across the Wasatch Front, 60-70+ mph in the West Desert and 100 mph in the mtns. https://t.co/oUYmgNioDN
The National Weather Service says the incoming storm, which is expected to dump anywhere from 5 to 10 feet of snow above 5,000 feet between Thursday and Sunday, will make mountain travel "extremely dangerous." https://t.co/rfK2PPQbg0
Forecasters say a Pacific storm packing powerful winds and heavy snow is headed for parts of Northern California. https://t.co/GYo1GIfeXa
Thursday will kick off another windy, rain period in the Bay Area. Here’s how much rain San Francisco and Oakland can expect from the upcoming storm. https://t.co/ZgiixfFcPf
A major winter storm is unfolding over the Pacific Northwest and will spread into California and the Great Basin later today. Check your local forecast at https://t.co/pGx1JRZdMa and find more safety information at https://t.co/ga5z7Iviu0 https://t.co/mRnT8qWYu5
Gov. Joe Lombardo has sounded the alarm about a powerful winter storm forecast to hit much of Nevada north of the Las Vegas Valley this weekend. https://t.co/K9y8CBTte0
This storm will be memorable even by Sierra standards. Blizzard Warnings set to go into effect tomorrow morning. Snowfall totals will range 5-12 feet above 5,000 ft with locally higher snowfall totals along mountain peaks. True blizzard conditions Friday - Fri Night #CAwx https://t.co/e37o9VHmYV
How do you feel about a little more rain? Cold Pacific storm to bring wind, rain, high surf and snow back to Southern California https://t.co/Y9wAObBnQI
How do you feel about a little more rain? Pacific cold storm to bring wind, rain, high surf and snow back to Southern California https://t.co/Y9wAObBnQI
Pacific cold storm to bring wind, rain and snow back to Southern California https://t.co/Y9wAObBnQI
Skiers and snowboarders were out Wednesday ahead of a snowstorm expected to hit the Sierra. But with up to 12 feet of snow expected to be dumped on the region over the course of a few days starting Thursday, Caltrans is urging everyone to stay home. https://t.co/foeLCzcHgg https://t.co/0TBqKyD8UH
Here comes the cold front! Heavy rain and gusty winds moving in with the potential for some isolated power outages. https://t.co/id2EN41NdO
Buckle up! A rather turbulent forecast is on tap tomorrow afternoon through Sunday with the strongest winds expected Friday through Saturday night. @News3LV @NWSVegas #WeatherAuthority #Vegas #VegasWeather #nvwx #highwindwatch #HumpDayVibes https://t.co/MBwx2eh1i8
Heavy mountain snow moving into the west with Blizzard Warnings out in California. We will see snow near the Idaho border on Friday. Northern and central Utah will get hit hard Saturday afternoon and night with rain changing to snow. #utwx https://t.co/1MP0TjorpX
**HIGH SURF ADVISORY** ...for the coast Friday into Saturday. #CAwx https://t.co/IfzEdCAHlK
Strong winds will make a return this weekend with a High Wind Watch issued for much of the region for Saturday. Wind gusts to 60 mph or more are possible in the shaded areas. #nvwx #cawx #azwx https://t.co/nTb0boSg1x
HIGH WIND WARNING for west central Utah Friday and Saturday. This is where we could see gusts up to 70 mph. The rest of the state will see gusts to 40-60 mph. #utwx https://t.co/pCo5w5d8J2
Another strong Pacific Storm will bring significant winter weather impacts to the West Coast. Here are the latest Key Messages from @NWSWPC . Check out https://t.co/ZAoVvj95L7 for winter safety tips! #WeatherReady https://t.co/iDCdedZsz9
With a blizzard looming, Tahoe ski resorts are hoping to stay open, but warning of likely delays and lift closures over the weekend. https://t.co/Y4uvNyZUHB
With a blizzard warning going into effect in the Sierra Nevada later this week, officials are asking the public to stay off the roads. https://t.co/W5EstIqQon
🧵(1/x) A storm system will impact SoCal this weekend, bringing strong winds and showers to the region. The biggest impact looks to be onshore (west) winds, which will develop across the mountains/deserts on Thu, and will strengthen and reach the coast/valleys on Sat. https://t.co/sBdN6vA3lF
Winds are cranking this afternoon with plenty of gusts over 40 mph. Highest local gust so far has been 46 mph in Laurinburg. #SCwx #NCwx @WMBFnews https://t.co/LjhyAUFG7a
STORM WATCH🌧️: Today is the final full day of dry weather until next week before rain returns to the Bay Area. Plus, a Blizzard Warning for the Sierra. Meteorologist @DrewTumaABC7 has your timeline here: https://t.co/QiCAefwc1c https://t.co/egeXRIW4qm
California forecast: Rain, mountain snow, gusty winds expected in SoCal this weekend. https://t.co/P4zdHEBFwF Click the image to read more: