Winter Storm Watch issued November 15 at 11:19AM PST until November 20 at 4:00AM PST by NWS Hanford CA

* WHAT...Heavy snow possible Above 5, 000 feet. Total snow accumulations 6 to 12 inches above this level; accumulations 2 to 3 feet above 8,000 feet. Winds could gust as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...South End of the Upper Sierra above 5,000 feet.

* WHEN...From late Tuesday night through late Thursday night.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday morning and evening commutes. Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous.

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

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 consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded.

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