Waarschuwingen, California Bar

Winter Storm Watch issued June 25 at 11:56AM MDT until June 29 at 9:00AM MDT by NWS Missoula MT * WHAT...Heavy wet snow possible above 6500 feet. Total snow accumulations up to 6 inches possible. * WHERE...Backcountry and higher elevation areas, including Williams Creek Summit. * WHEN...From Saturday evening through Monday morning. * IMPACTS...Plan for winter-like conditions in the backcountry and higher elevations. Cold temperatures and wet snow will elevate the risk of hypothermia. Heavy wet snow may down trees, blocking access to backcountry roadways. Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. Persons should consider delaying travel across high elevation backcountry roadways. Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded. Do not touch downed lines and report any power outages to your electric company. Travel is highly discouraged across backcountry roadways given the risk for downed trees to block roadways.