Eureka, California – A Winter Storm Watch remains in effect for Trinity County, where up to 2.5 feet of snow could severely impact travel beginning Sunday morning.
According to the National Weather Service in Eureka, heavy snow is expected above 2,000 feet from Sunday morning through Wednesday morning. Forecasters say total accumulations of 6 to 10 inches are possible above 2,000 feet, while elevations above 3,000 feet could see between 1 and 2.5 feet of snow.
The alert includes major travel corridors such as Highway 299 over Oregon Mountain and Buckhorn Summit, Highway 3 at Hayfork Summit, and Highway 36 at South Fork Mountain. Communities including Weaverville, Hayfork, Scott Mountain, Trinity Center and Forest Glen are also within the watch area.
Snow levels are expected to remain above 4,500 feet Sunday through Monday before dropping to around 2,000 feet late Monday into Tuesday. The heaviest snowfall rates are forecast late Monday through Tuesday morning.
Travel through mountain passes could become very difficult to impossible at times. Tire chains may be required, and temporary road closures are possible during periods of intense snowfall.
Mountain commuters, delivery drivers and students traveling across higher elevations early this week should prepare for hazardous conditions and potential delays.
Residents are urged to monitor updated forecasts as conditions develop and be ready for rapidly changing roadway conditions.
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