6 days Ago By Charlie Jones
Forecasters have warned of ‘very difficult’ travel in parts of California as 9 inches of snow is set to fall on parts of the state. Releasing maps showing the frosty weather front , the local National Weather Service asked: “Is this old man winter's last gasp in late April?” Hitting one of the state’s key outdoor leisure areas, many looking for some time out in the great outdoors may be affected. Snow set to coat parts of the state The NWS Hanford CA has told locals to be ready for up to nine inches of snow.
This will be accompanied with gusty winds, with the two making travel in the area tricky. “Travel could be very difficult,” the NWS said. “Plan on slippery road conditions.
Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
” Where are the areas set to be hit Seven areas will be affected all in the East of the state, centered around Yosemite. The area, which makes up part of the Sierra Nevada mountain range, also includes the famous Yosemite National Park. The locations set to be affected include: Yosemite San Joaquin River Canyon Upper San Joaquin River Kaiser to Rodgers Ridge Kings Canyon NP Grant Grove area Sequoia NP When does the winter weather advisory run The advisory runs from Friday 11pm.
It was issued at 10.48pm on Thursday. When will it end According to the National Weather Service the advisory runs until Sunday April 27 am.
Dangerous travel conditions should not be taken lightly There are over 6,000 weather-related vehicle deaths and more than 480,000 injuries each year across the US. It’s one of the key reasons the National Weather Service issues advisories like the one detailed above. And it’s not just drivers who should be concerned.
Ice can accumulate on power lines and tree branches, which can break and fall. Anyone who has to venture out should choose routes with fewer trees and power lines. According to the NWS: “Extremely cold air comes every winter into at least part of the country and affects millions of people across the United States.
The arctic air can be dangerous. Combined with brisk winds, dangerously cold wind chill values can result. “People exposed to extreme cold are susceptible to frostbite and can succumb to hypothermia in a matter of minutes.
“Areas most prone to frostbite are uncovered skin and the extremities, such as hands and feet. Hypothermia occurs when the body loses heat faster than it can produce it.”.
