National Weather Service - San Joaquin Valley / Hanford, CA
Issued: Saturday, April 11 2026 - 11:34 AM PDT
Expires: Sunday, April 12 2026 - 11:00 PM PDT
Location: Tulare County

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Low-end storm total of 10 inches and high-end total of 30 inches expected in Madera and Mariposa Counties and Yosemite National Park above 7,000 ft. Winds gusting to 55 mph or higher.

* WHERE...A portion of central California.

* WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Whiteout conditions are expected and will make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening.

AREAS AFFECTED:

Yosemite NP outside of the valley; Upper San Joaquin River; Kaiser to Rodgers Ridge; Kings Canyon NP; Sequoia NP; South End of the Upper Sierra

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS:

Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order.

Updated: Saturday, Apr 11 2026 - 2:08:17 PM PDT
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