...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT ABOVE 5000 FEET FROM LATE WEDNESDAY NIGHT THROUGH LATE THURSDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Most likely total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches above 5000 feet with 1 to 2 feet above pass level. Southwest winds could gust as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada and Western Plumas County/Lassen Park above 5000 feet. * WHEN...From late Wednesday night through late Thursday night. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult above 5000 feet. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Low confidence on exact timing and snow amounts. Check back frequently for updates on the forecast. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Check the latest road conditions from Caltrans online at quickmap.dot.ca.gov or dial 5 1 1. &&
