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Updated:February 16, 2026 5:46 pm PST

Winter Storm Warning WINTER STORM WARNING  
Lake County

  Effective: Mon, 2/16 2:40pm Severity:  Severe 
  Updated: February 16, 2026 5:46 pm Urgency: Expected
  Expires: Tue, 2/17 2:00am Certainty: Likely

Areas Affected: Northwestern Mendocino Interior - Northeastern Mendocino Interior - Northern Lake County - Southern Lake County
 
Alert Details:
* 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...From 10 PM this evening to 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 will remain above 4000 feet
through early afternoon Monday, dropping to 2000 feet Monday
evening into Tuesday. There is a potential for snow levels as low
as 1500 feet with the heaviest snowfall. The heaviest snowfall
rates are expected late Monday night through Tuesday morning.

Information:
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.
Winter Storm Watch WINTER STORM WATCH  
Lake County

  Effective: Sun, 2/15 9:39am Severity:  Severe 
  Updated: February 16, 2026 5:46 pm Urgency: Past
  Expires: Sun, 2/15 9:54am Certainty: Observed

Areas Affected: Northwestern Mendocino Interior - Northeastern Mendocino Interior - Northern Lake County - Southern Lake County
 
Alert Details:
The Winter Storm Watch has been replaced. Please see the latest information from NWS Eureka CA on this developing situation.

Information:
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.