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High Wind Warning Issued for 5 Freeway North of LA

Gusts up to 55 mph expected, posing risks to high-profile vehicles and infrastructure

Powerful Winter Storm to Bring Heavy Snow, High Winds to Western States

Blizzard conditions expected in California, Nevada, and Alaska through midweek

Yosemite Braces for Up to 7 Feet of Snow in Major Sierra Storm

A powerful winter system is lining up to slam the Sierra, and Yosemite National Park is squarely in the crosshairs.

Yosemite Under Winter Storm Warning Through Wednesday

Heavy snow and high winds expected, with travel conditions potentially hazardous or impossible

Los Angeles Issues Evacuation Warnings for Burn Scars Ahead of Heavy Rain

Topanga Canyon Boulevard to close due to possible flooding and debris flows

Powerful Storm Threatens L.A. with Heavy Rains, Flooding, and Beach Hazards

Evacuation warnings issued for burn scar areas as region braces for intense weather system

Wet Week Ahead for Southern California, Heaviest Rain on Monday

4-8 inches of rain expected, raising risks of flash flooding, rockslides, and hazardous driving conditions

Winter Storm Watch Issued for Northern California

Residents and travelers urged to use caution as heavy snow expected over Presidents Day weekend

California Braces for Massive Snowstorm, Up to 8 Feet Expected

Winter storm watches issued as multiple Pacific systems set to deliver heavy snow across the Sierra Nevada and central Rockies

Significant Mountain Snow and Major Travel Impacts Expected Next Week

Coldest storm of the season brings widespread rain, gusty winds, and substantial mountain snow late Sunday through mid-week.

Two Crashed Boats Removed from Santa Barbara's East Beach

Cleanup crews raced to clear the vessels before the next round of storms hit the area.

Strong Storm to Bring Rain, Snow, and Wind to Southern California

Significant weather system expected to impact the High Desert and mountain regions starting Sunday.

Tahoe Braces for Major Snowstorm Over Holiday Weekend

Officials warn of 'very difficult to impossible' travel conditions as up to 5 feet of snow is forecast.

Extreme Mountain Snow and Heavy Rain Forecast for West Coast

Multiple storms expected to bring much-needed relief to drought-stricken regions

Napa Firefighters Using Remote-Controlled Mulcher to Reduce Wildfire Danger

BurnBot project aims to strengthen defenses and protect nearby communities

Roseville Recycling Center Engulfed in Flames

Aerial footage captures blaze at local waste facility

Boat Capsizes Off Santa Cruz Coast in California

Dramatic video captures the moment a boat is caught in powerful waves and overturns.

San Diego Crews to Repair Texas Street Ahead of Storms

Northbound lanes to close Friday night for stormwater channel and embankment work.

Significant Storms Brewing for West Coast

Extreme double-digit feet of mountain snow and heavy rain expected to provide drought relief

Two rescued from Monterey County beach after rip current incident

Authorities responded to the scene near 8th Street and Beach Range Road in Marina.