Eureka, CA – A Winter Storm Warning has been issued for northern Trinity County above 4,500 feet, where up to 12 inches of additional snowfall is expected, potentially making travel difficult to impossible along Highway 3 at Scott Mountain Pass.
According to the National Weather Service in Eureka, the warning takes effect at 10 p.m. Saturday and remains in place until 4 p.m. Sunday. The advisory applies to higher elevations across northern Trinity County, including areas along Highway 3.
Forecasters say additional snow accumulations of up to one foot are possible above 4,500 feet during the warning period. Lower elevations are expected to see lighter impacts.
The primary concern is hazardous travel conditions. Officials warn that roads, especially over mountain passes, could become snow-covered and slick. The risk of traffic accidents may increase, and tire chains could be required for vehicles traveling through affected areas.
Motorists planning to use Highway 3 at Scott Mountain Pass overnight or Sunday should prepare for winter driving conditions and check road status updates before departing. Delays may affect weekend travelers and workers commuting through higher elevations.
Drivers can monitor conditions and updates at weather.gov/eka or through Caltrans road advisories.
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