Sierra Nevada Faces Historic Blizzard, Up to 12 Feet of Snow Expected

Officials close Yosemite and parts of I-80, issue avalanche warnings as severe storm approaches.

A severe winter storm is expected to bring blizzard conditions and up to 12 feet of snow to the Sierra Nevada region, affecting travel and power supply.
Yosemite National Park and parts of Interstate 80 have been closed due to the forecasted conditions, with officials urging residents and travelers to prepare.
The storm could provide a significant boost to California's water supply, as the Sierra Nevada's snowpack is a crucial source of water for the state.
Avalanche warnings have been issued for the region, with the potential for 'high to extreme' avalanche danger through the weekend.
Forecasters are calling this potentially the biggest storm the Sierra Nevada has seen in modern times, with life-threatening conditions expected.