Significant Rain and Snow Predicted for Trinity and Shasta Counties Between Now and Sunday
Information from Caltrans District 2 for those traveling east and for those traveling on Hwy 5:
REDDING – The National Weather Service is forecasting significant rain and snow for the Northern California area starting late Wednesday and lasting through Sunday. Snow levels are currently forecasted to drop to 1,000-2,500 feet locally over the weekend. Motorists should plan for chain controls in higher elevations and are advised to check weather and roadway conditions prior to and during breaks in travel. Travelers are also reminded to slow down and drive carefully during inclement weather and allot extra time for delays, slow travel, and possible highway impacts.
Higher elevation travel is highly discouraged during winter weather systems. Motorists who must travel into higher elevations must carry chains, be prepared for winter driving conditions, expect delays and possible closures, and follow instructions of Caltrans personnel and law enforcement. Motorists who do not comply with chain controls endanger their own safety and the safety of other motorists around them, along with jeopardizing vital maintenance operations to keep roadways safe and open. Truck and/or vehicle screening is probable for northbound Interstate 5 traffic at Fawndale Road, approximately ten miles north of Redding, prior to or during the storms. Motorists are also reminded to be cognizant when traveling in recent burn scar areas and to watch for debris on the roadways that may be present due to weather conditions.
24/7 updated highway conditions are available via QuickMap. Motorists can use QuickMap by free app for smartphones and can now opt-in for push notifications for highway closures and areas of chain control as travelers approach these areas. Other resources include One-Stop-Shop (roadway conditions for Western U.S.) or through the Caltrans Highway Information Network at 1-800-427-7623. Motorists can also follow Caltrans District 2 on our Twitter and Facebook pages for important traffic updates.
Travelers are also reminded to be wary of using non-highway alternative routes in the event of highway closures. These routes may not be maintained or open during inclement weather events and may have size restrictions for larger vehicles. Contact local city or county agencies for current roadway status or restrictions on non-highway routes.
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Ohhh noooo! The horror! Crack me up, just another winter. Is this really news?
Sigh…yes, weather reports are basic news…And you know that. Trolling is not productive for anyone. In the future, don’t be surprised to have comments like these deleted.
Thank you..
In fact, I appreciate the notices. I was planning on going the Laytonville this weekend and your news changed my mind. I will be staying home and sitting in the den in front of a toasty wood fire.
I have been really appreciating the recent focus on history and nature. I am also glad that Lisa Music has been remarkably prolific, and interesting. Kym needs the break.
Anyone who thinks that the Redheaded Blackbelt is not pertinent and important to the community is missing the nugget in the gold mine. But, sometimes you have to move a few rocks to find a nugget. However, keep reading and you will find a wealth of knowledge.
Two words Ernie; “Rattle Snake”!
Wait, maybe that’s one word!
Yep, Rattlesnake Summit. Back before renaming it was Brush Mountain Summit. Snow has closed that road many times.
Sorry , just stating a fact that this isn’t unusual or unexpected for us longtime Humboldt humans. Maybe needed info for city slickers that are new to the area.
Yep, Ernie is definitely a city slicker and new to the area…
Apparently you mistake trolling for humor, sorry you feel that way Kym. Humor is good for the soul, I laugh all the way to the bank everyday.
Your constant denial that California is not suffering a drought is like Ms Kemp said, tiresome..
And these weather reports are useful information to a lot of people. Useful information is also passed on in the comment section.
We’ll see how the drought plays out, I would wager the same as late 70s drought and every drought before that, sorry if I’m a drama squasher, I do enjoy taking all the drama out of any story.
https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/western-megadrought-is-the-worst-in-1-200-years/
But aside from that, a weather report is a weather report. Seems to me, it’s you who brought the drama.
Hook line and sinker, just like the tp, crack me up. Some are buying it all day long.
It’s pretty sad that you are reduced to being an edgelord about a weather report.
Lame. This is useful information.
Be careful. And pack your vehicle with all you may need in case you get stuck or delayed. Food, water, blankets, flares, etc.
Don’t forget an empty can or two to hold tea lite candles..Can keep you warm in emergencies..
I made a few emergency kits for myself and family using leftover Mcann’s Steel-Cut Oatmeal tins, after having previously seen this valuable tip in the RHBB comment section. These oatmeal tins work great due to their removable/resealable lids. (Avoid the new plastic containers—the metal tins are still available in some stores.) Alternately, similar containers can also be purchased at any paint store.
I also included matches, a compact emergency blanket, a small Maglite flashlight, extra batteries, a flint/steel fire starter, along with tiny soduku & crossword puzzle books. An emergency NOAA-certified radio with a hand crank is also advisable. These typically have built-in flashlight and can also be used to charge a cellphone.
Well, looks like my dreams of horse mountain sledding may be a little premature
you got to love ‘weather guys’, correct about 30% of the time, and still regarded as ‘experts’.
You must be thinking of The Old Farmers Almanac…
: A seven-day forecast can accurately predict the weather about 80 percent of the time and a five-day forecast can accurately predict the weather approximately 90 percent of the time. However, a 10-day—or longer—forecast is only right about half the time.
Still my favorite…..
Just type in your zip code at the top, all other displays are adjustable.
https://www.ventusky.com/
As a fishing family, I can tell you NOAA/NWS is pretty right on. Before good sat info, it could be a crap shoot whether or not some storm would show up unexpectedly. Not very much anymore. And a lot less people dying. Team NWS.