* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Accumulations up to a foot between
4500 to 5500 feet. 4 to 8 feet, with locally higher amounts above
5500 feet. Wind gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada and Western Plumas
County/Lassen Park Counties.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 10 PM PST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous travel conditions with chain controls and road
closures. Localized tree damage, power outages, and low visibility
due to the combination of heavy wet snow and strong winds.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow accumulations will remain near or above
pass level through Tuesday, then drop to around 4500 to 5500 feet
during the day Wednesday through Friday. Snowfall rates of 1 to 2
inches per hour at times.

Check the latest road conditions from Caltrans online at
quickmap.dot.ca.gov or dial 5 1 1.

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph. 5 to 8 feet of
accumulation.

* WHERE...Above 6000 feet. Yosemite National Park above Yosemite
Valley.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM PST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Heavy Snow Load on roofs.

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.

Whiteout conditions are expected and will make travel treacherous
and potentially life-threatening. Travel could be very difficult to
impossible.

The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday morning and
evening commutes.

Strong winds could cause tree damage.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels around 7,000 to 8,000 feet
through Wednesday, and lowering to 6,000 feet by Christmas Day.

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.

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.

* WHERE...Carquinez Strait and Delta, Sacramento Valley, Motherlode,
Northeast Foothills, and Northern San Joaquin Valley.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM PST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds and saturated soils could blow down trees
and power lines resulting in widespread power outages. Strong
winds will cause impacts to loose and unsecured items, including
temporary structures and holiday decorations. Difficult travel
conditions are expected, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Two periods of strong wind gusts expected
tonight into Wednesday morning and again Wednesday night into
Thursday, with a lull during the day on Wednesday.

Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must
drive. Take time now to prepare for potential power outages.

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be
possible.

* WHERE...A portion of northern California, including the following
areas, the Sacramento Valley, northern San Joaquin Valley, Delta
region, Sierra Nevada and adjacent foothills, and Coastal Range.

* WHEN...Through Friday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff will result in rises along area rivers,
creeks, streams. Small streams and creeks may rise out of their
banks. Flooding may occur in low-lying, poor drainage, and urban
areas. Mudslides and rockslides may occur in mountain and foothill
areas.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Periods of moderate to heavy rain are forecast the week of
Christmas. Debris flows are not expected over recent burn
scars in northern California, but do anticipate enhanced
runoff in/below scars.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood
Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared
to take action should flooding develop.

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be
possible.

* WHERE...A portion of central California, including the following
areas, Mariposa-Madera Lower Sierra, San Joaquin River Canyon,
Upper San Joaquin River, Yosemite NP outside of the valley and
Yosemite Valley.

* WHEN...Through Friday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Low-water
crossings may be flooded. Storm drains and ditches may become
clogged with debris. Extensive street flooding and flooding of
creeks and rivers are possible. Area creeks and streams are
running high and could flood with more heavy rain.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood
Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared
to take action should flooding develop.