One product issued by NWS for: 6 Miles N Branscomb CA
Winter Storm Warning
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Eureka CA 152 AM PST Tue Feb 17 2026 CAZ110-111-114-115-171800- /O.CON.KEKA.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260219T0000Z/ Northwestern Mendocino Interior-Northeastern Mendocino Interior- Northern Lake-Southern Lake- Including Knobcone Camp, Hwy 101-Rattlesnake Summit, Hwy 101-Ridgewood Summit, and Cobb 152 AM PST Tue Feb 17 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM PST WEDNESDAY ELEVATIONS ABOVE 2500 FEET... * WHAT...Heavy snow above 2500 feet. Total snow accumulations 4 to 8 inches above 2500 feet expected. Locally up to 14 inches for elevations above 3500 feet. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Lake County and Northern Mendocino Interior. * WHEN...Until 4 PM PST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. The strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs may down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages. Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels drop to 2000 feet through Tuesday. There is a potential for snow levels as low as 1500 feet with the heaviest snowfall. The heaviest snowfall rates are expected through Tuesday morning. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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. Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin to reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and a hat will keep you from losing your body heat. Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order. Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary. Do not touch downed lines and report any power outages to your electric company. Travel is highly discouraged due to slick roadways and the possibility of downed trees and power lines. && $$