California Braces for First Major Rain and Snow of the Season

Two storm systems are set to bring significant precipitation and colder temperatures to Northern California, impacting travel and Halloween plans.

The National Weather Service has issued winter weather advisories for the Sierra Nevada, expecting up to a foot of snow in some areas by Thursday.
A cold front will bring rain to the San Francisco Bay Area, with the heaviest showers expected Wednesday night into Thursday morning.
The North Bay could see up to 0.75 inches of rain, while most of the Bay Area will experience lighter rainfall amounts.
A second, stronger storm is forecasted to arrive Friday, potentially bringing more rain and snow through Saturday.
Temperatures across Northern California are expected to remain below normal, with highs in the 60s and lows dipping into the 40s.