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Winter Storm Warning 4, NWS Los Angeles, CA

March 8, 2021

NWS Los Angeles, CA issued this winter storm warning at Mar 8, 2021, 6:02 PM PST. It took effect at Mar 10, 2021, 1:00 AM PST. It was in force for 45 hr. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Mar 8, 2021, 6:02 PM PST (02:02 UTC)
In effect from
Mar 10, 2021, 1:00 AM PST
Expired
Mar 11, 2021, 10:00 PM PST
In force
45 hr
Issued by
NWS Los Angeles, CA

The text

As transmitted.

659 
WWUS46 KLOX 090202
WSWLOX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
602 PM PST Mon Mar 8 2021

CAZ052>054-091200-
/O.UPG.KLOX.WS.A.0004.210310T0600Z-210312T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KLOX.WS.W.0004.210310T0600Z-210312T0600Z/
Santa Barbara County Mountains-Ventura County Mountains-
Los Angeles County Mountains excluding the Santa Monica Range-
Including the cities of San Marcos Pass, 
San Rafael Wilderness Area, Dick Smith Wilderness Area, 
Lockwood Valley, Mount Pinos, Acton, Mount Wilson, and Sandberg
602 PM PST Mon Mar 8 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM TUESDAY TO 10 PM PST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow and gusty southwest to west winds expected.
  Total snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches above 4500 feet with
  local amounts up to 15 inches expected in the San Gabriels.
  Southwest to west winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. 

* WHERE...Santa Barbara County Mountains, Ventura County 
  Mountains and Los Angeles County Mountains excluding the Santa 
  Monica Range.

* WHEN...From 10 PM Tuesday to 10 PM PST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Heavy snow, gusty winds, low visibilities in blowing
  snow and icy roads could make for dangerous driving conditions.
  These conditions could lead to road closures and travel delays
  on mountain roads, including low elevation passes such as
  Highway 33 in Ventura County, Highway 154 in Santa Barbara
  county, as well as Interstate 5 and Highway 14 in Los Angeles
  County. A dusting to light snow accumulations will also be
  possible for the foothills of the An

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Minor snow accumulations are also possible
  for the foothills of the Antelope and Cuyama Valleys which may
  require winter weather advisories. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

The latest road conditions from CalTrans are available by calling
1 800 4 2 7 7 6 2 3.

&&

$$

Gomberg
8 follow-up statements
947 
WWUS46 KLOX 091147
WSWLOX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
347 AM PST Tue Mar 9 2021

CAZ052>054-100000-
/O.CON.KLOX.WS.W.0004.210310T0600Z-210312T0600Z/
Santa Barbara County Mountains-Ventura County Mountains-
Los Angeles County Mountains excluding the Santa Monica Range-
Including the cities of San Marcos Pass, 
San Rafael Wilderness Area, Dick Smith Wilderness Area, 
Lockwood Valley, Mount Pinos, Acton, Mount Wilson, and Sandberg
347 AM PST Tue Mar 9 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING
TO 10 PM PST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow and gusty southwest to west winds expected. 
  Total snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches above 4500 feet 
  with local amounts up to 15 inches expected in the San 
  Gabriels. Southwest to west winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts up 
  to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Santa Barbara County Mountains, Ventura County 
  Mountains and Los Angeles County Mountains excluding the Santa 
  Monica Range.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 10 PM PST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Heavy snow, gusty winds, low visibilities in blowing 
  snow and icy roads could make for dangerous driving 
  conditions. These conditions could lead to road closures and 
  travel delays on mountain roads, including low elevation 
  passes such as Highway 33 in Ventura County, Highway 154 in 
  Santa Barbara county, as well as Interstate 5 and Highway 14 
  in Los Angeles County. A dusting to light snow accumulations 
  will also be possible for the foothills of the An.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Minor snow accumulations are also 
  possible for the foothills of the Antelope and Cuyama Valleys 
  which may require winter weather advisories.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.

The latest road conditions from CalTrans are available by calling
1 800 4 2 7 7 6 2 3.

&&

$$

CK
114 
WWUS46 KLOX 092207
WSWLOX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
207 PM PST Tue Mar 9 2021

CAZ052>054-100915-
/O.CON.KLOX.WS.W.0004.210310T0600Z-210312T0600Z/
Santa Barbara County Mountains-Ventura County Mountains-
Los Angeles County Mountains excluding the Santa Monica Range-
Including the cities of San Marcos Pass, 
San Rafael Wilderness Area, Dick Smith Wilderness Area, 
Lockwood Valley, Mount Pinos, Acton, Mount Wilson, and Sandberg
207 PM PST Tue Mar 9 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING
TO 10 PM PST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow and gusty southwest to west winds expected.
  Total snow accumulations from 6 to 12 inches for elevations
  above 4500 feet, down to a dusting for elevations around 3000
  feet. The Interstate 5 Tejon Pass could see 1 to 3 inches of
  snow, especially after 8 am Wednesday. Southwest to west winds 
  20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Mountains of Santa Barbara County, Ventura County, and
  Los Angeles County excluding the Santa Monica Range.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 10 PM PST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Heavy snow, gusty winds, low visibilities in blowing
  snow and icy roads could make for dangerous driving conditions.
  These conditions could lead to road closures and travel delays
  on mountain roads, including low elevation passes such as
  Highway 33 in Ventura County, Highway 154 in Santa Barbara
  county, as well as Interstate 5 and Highway 14 in Los Angeles
  County. A dusting to light snow accumulations will also be
  possible for the foothills.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels will start around 4000 feet,
  but lower to 2500 to 3500 feet for Wednesday and Thursday. 
  Minor snow accumulations are also possible for the foothills of 
  the Antelope and Cuyama Valleys which may require winter weather
  advisories.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.

The latest road conditions from CalTrans are available by calling
1 800 4 2 7 7 6 2 3.

&&

$$

RK
377 
WWUS46 KLOX 100403
WSWLOX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
803 PM PST Tue Mar 9 2021

CAZ052>054-101400-
/O.EXT.KLOX.WS.W.0004.210310T0900Z-210312T0600Z/
Santa Barbara County Mountains-Ventura County Mountains-
Los Angeles County Mountains excluding the Santa Monica Range-
Including the cities of San Marcos Pass, 
San Rafael Wilderness Area, Dick Smith Wilderness Area, 
Lockwood Valley, Mount Pinos, Acton, Mount Wilson, and Sandberg
803 PM PST Tue Mar 9 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM WEDNESDAY TO
10 PM PST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow and gusty southwest to west winds expected. 
  Total snow accumulations from 6 to 12 inches for elevations 
  above 4500 feet, down to a dusting for elevations around 3000 
  feet. The Interstate 5 Tejon Pass could see 1 to 3 inches of 
  snow, especially after 8 am Wednesday. Southwest to west winds 
  20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Mountains of Santa Barbara County, Ventura County, and 
  Los Angeles County excluding the Santa Monica Range.

* WHEN...From 1 AM Wednesday to 10 PM PST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Heavy snow, gusty winds, low visibilities in blowing 
  snow and icy roads could make for dangerous driving 
  conditions. These conditions could lead to road closures and 
  travel delays on mountain roads, including low elevation 
  passes such as Highway 33 in Ventura County, Highway 154 in 
  Santa Barbara county, as well as Interstate 5 and Highway 14 
  in Los Angeles County. A dusting to light snow accumulations 
  will also be possible for the foothills.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels will start around 4000 feet, 
  but lower to 2500 to 3500 feet for Wednesday and Thursday. 
  Minor snow accumulations are also possible for the foothills 
  of the Antelope and Cuyama Valleys which may require winter 
  weather advisories.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.

The latest road conditions from CalTrans are available by calling
1 800 4 2 7 7 6 2 3.

&&

$$
189 
WWUS46 KLOX 101310
WSWLOX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
510 AM PST Wed Mar 10 2021

CAZ052>054-102200-
/O.CON.KLOX.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-210312T0600Z/
Santa Barbara County Mountains-Ventura County Mountains-
Los Angeles County Mountains excluding the Santa Monica Range-
Including the cities of San Marcos Pass, 
San Rafael Wilderness Area, Dick Smith Wilderness Area, 
Lockwood Valley, Mount Pinos, Acton, Mount Wilson, and Sandberg
510 AM PST Wed Mar 10 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow and gusty southwest to west winds expected.
  Total snow accumulations from 6 to 12 inches for elevations
  above 4500 feet, down to a dusting for elevations around 3000
  feet. The Interstate 5 Tejon Pass could see 1 to 3 inches of
  snow, especially after 8 am this morning. Southwest to west 
  winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Mountains of Santa Barbara County, Ventura County, and 
  Los Angeles County excluding the Santa Monica Range.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM PST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Heavy snow, gusty winds, low visibilities in blowing
  snow and icy roads could make for dangerous driving  
  conditions. These conditions could lead to road closures and 
  travel delays on mountain roads, including low elevation passes 
  such as Highway 33 in Ventura County, Highway 154 in Santa 
  Barbara county, as well as Interstate 5 and Highway 14 in Los 
  Angeles County. A dusting to light snow accumulations will also 
  be possible for the foothills.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels will start around 4000 feet, 
  but lower to 2500 to 3500 feet for Wednesday and Thursday. 
  Minor snow accumulations are also possible for the foothills 
  of the Antelope and Cuyama Valleys which may require winter 
  weather advisories.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.

The latest road conditions from CalTrans are available by calling
1 800 4 2 7 7 6 2 3.

&&

$$

CK
745 
WWUS46 KLOX 102149
WSWLOX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
149 PM PST Wed Mar 10 2021

CAZ052>054-111300-
/O.CON.KLOX.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-210312T0600Z/
Santa Barbara County Mountains-Ventura County Mountains-
Los Angeles County Mountains excluding the Santa Monica Range-
Including the cities of San Marcos Pass, 
San Rafael Wilderness Area, Dick Smith Wilderness Area, 
Lockwood Valley, Mount Pinos, Acton, Mount Wilson, and Sandberg
149 PM PST Wed Mar 10 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Periods of moderate to heavy snow and gusty winds
  expected. Additional snow accumulations from 4 to 8 inches for
  elevations above 4000 feet, down to a dusting for elevations
  around 2500 feet. The Interstate 5 Tejon Pass could see 1 to 3
  inches of snow. Southwest to west winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts
  to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Mountains of Santa Barbara County, Ventura County, and 
  Los Angeles County excluding the Santa Monica Range.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM PST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Heavy snow, gusty winds, low visibilities in blowing 
  snow and icy roads could make for dangerous driving 
  conditions. These conditions could lead to road closures and 
  travel delays on mountain roads, including low elevation 
  passes such as Highway 33 in Ventura County, Highway 154 in 
  Santa Barbara county, as well as Interstate 5 and Highway 14 
  in Los Angeles County. A dusting to light snow accumulations 
  will also be possible for the foothills.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels will generally range between
  2500 to 3500 feet. Up to 1 inch of snow accumulations are also
  possible for the foothills of the Antelope and Cuyama Valleys
  and the Carrizo hills.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.

The latest road conditions from CalTrans are available by calling
1 800 4 2 7 7 6 2 3.

&&

$$
183 
WWUS46 KLOX 111106
WSWLOX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
306 AM PST Thu Mar 11 2021

CAZ052>054-112000-
/O.CON.KLOX.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-210312T0600Z/
Santa Barbara County Mountains-Ventura County Mountains-
Los Angeles County Mountains excluding the Santa Monica Range-
Including the cities of San Marcos Pass, 
San Rafael Wilderness Area, Dick Smith Wilderness Area, 
Lockwood Valley, Mount Pinos, Acton, Mount Wilson, and Sandberg
306 AM PST Thu Mar 11 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Periods of moderate to heavy snow and gusty winds 
  expected. Additional snow accumulations from 4 to 8 inches for 
  elevations above 4000 feet, down to a dusting for elevations 
  around 2500 feet. The Interstate 5 Tejon Pass could see 1 to 2 
  inches of snow. Southwest to west winds 20 to 35 mph with 
  gusts to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Mountains of Santa Barbara County, Ventura County, and 
  Los Angeles County excluding the Santa Monica Range.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM PST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Heavy snow, gusty winds, low visibilities in blowing 
  snow and icy roads could make for dangerous driving 
  conditions. These conditions could lead to road closures and 
  travel delays on mountain roads, including low elevation 
  passes such as Highway 33 in Ventura County, Highway 154 in 
  Santa Barbara county, as well as Interstate 5 and Highway 14 
  in Los Angeles County. A dusting to light snow accumulations 
  will also be possible for the foothills.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels will generally range between 
  2500 to 3500 feet. Up to 1 inch of snow accumulations are also 
  possible for the foothills of the Antelope and Cuyama Valleys 
  and the Carrizo hills.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.

The latest road conditions from CalTrans are available by calling
1 800 4 2 7 7 6 2 3.

&&

$$

CK
075 
WWUS46 KLOX 111940
WSWLOX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
1140 AM PST Thu Mar 11 2021

CAZ052>054-120600-
/O.CON.KLOX.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-210312T0600Z/
Santa Barbara County Mountains-Ventura County Mountains-
Los Angeles County Mountains excluding the Santa Monica Range-
Including the cities of San Marcos Pass, 
San Rafael Wilderness Area, Dick Smith Wilderness Area, 
Lockwood Valley, Mount Pinos, Acton, Mount Wilson, and Sandberg
1140 AM PST Thu Mar 11 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Numerous snow showers with moderate to heavy snow and
  gusty winds expected. Additional snow accumulations from 3 to 6
  inches for elevations above 4000 feet with locally higher
  amounts, down to a dusting for elevations around 2500 feet. The
  Interstate 5 Tejon Pass could see 1 to 2 inches of snow. 
  Southwest to west winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Mountains of Santa Barbara County, Ventura County, and 
  Los Angeles County excluding the Santa Monica Range.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM PST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Heavy snow, gusty winds, low visibilities in blowing 
  snow and icy roads could make for dangerous driving 
  conditions. These conditions could lead to road closures and 
  travel delays on mountain roads, including low elevation 
  passes such as Highway 33 in Ventura County, Highway 154 in 
  Santa Barbara county, as well as Interstate 5 and Highway 14 
  in Los Angeles County. A dusting to light snow accumulations 
  will also be possible for the foothills.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels will generally range between 
  2500 to 3500 feet. Up to 1 inch of snow accumulations are also 
  possible for the foothills of the Antelope and Cuyama Valleys 
  and the Carrizo hills.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.

The latest road conditions from CalTrans are available by calling
1 800 4 2 7 7 6 2 3.

&&

$$

CK/Sirard
276 
WWUS46 KLOX 120552
WSWLOX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
952 PM PST Thu Mar 11 2021

CAZ052>054-120700-
/O.EXP.KLOX.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-210312T0600Z/
Santa Barbara County Mountains-Ventura County Mountains-
Los Angeles County Mountains excluding the Santa Monica Range-
Including the cities of San Marcos Pass, 
San Rafael Wilderness Area, Dick Smith Wilderness Area, 
Lockwood Valley, Mount Pinos, Acton, Mount Wilson, and Sandberg
952 PM PST Thu Mar 11 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 10 PM PST THIS EVENING...

Widespread heavy snow has ended over the area and the Winter 
Storm Warning will expire at 10 PM. There is a chance of snow 
showers overnight through early Friday evening, with local  
accumulations of 1 to 3 inches above 3500 feet. 

$$

Smith

The office that day

Everything else NWS Los Angeles, CA issued on the same UTC day.

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Sources

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