Overview

• Residents and travelers in the Sierra Nevada and Southern Cascades are facing heavy snowfall, with accumulations reaching 1 to 2 feet in the past 48 hours.
• Mammoth Mountain reports a staggering 71 inches of snow, significantly increasing the statewide snowpack percent of average to 72%.
• Avalanche warnings have been issued for the central Sierra Nevada mountains, including the Lake Tahoe region, with avalanche danger rated as 'high' in backcountry areas.
• Ski resorts in the region are witnessing impressive snowfall totals, enhancing winter sports activities but also necessitating heightened safety measures.
• The ongoing snowfall is improving current snowpack levels, potentially reducing the chances of a 'snow drought' in California.