San Diego, CA – A winter storm warning remains in effect for the San Bernardino and Riverside County mountains until 4 p.m. Monday, bringing significant snowfall and hazardous travel conditions.
The National Weather Service reports snow accumulations ranging from 1-3 inches above 4,000 feet, 2-5 inches above 5,000 feet, and 5-8 inches above 6,000 feet. Higher elevations, such as areas above 7,500 feet, could receive up to 12 inches. Locations near 3,500 feet, including Crestline, Big Bear Lake, and Idyllwild, may see up to an inch of snow by Monday morning.
Roads, especially bridges and overpasses, are likely to become slick and hazardous, potentially making travel difficult to impossible. The Monday morning commute is expected to be heavily impacted.
Authorities urge residents to delay travel if possible and to carry emergency supplies, such as food, water, and a flashlight, if driving cannot be avoided. Drivers should winterize vehicles, drive cautiously, and be prepared for sudden visibility changes.
For the latest road conditions, call 511 in California. Snow is expected to taper off by late Monday afternoon, but icy roads may linger into the evening.
