Critical Fire Weather Conditions Continue; Pacific Storm to Bring Heavy Snow to the Sierra-Nevada

Critical fire weather conditions are forecast for the Southern Plains and portions of Florida through Thursday, as gusty winds and dry conditions return to the region. A Pacific storm system will bring strong winds and low elevation rain to much of the West Coast and central Great Basin, and heavy high elevation mountain snow to the Sierra-Nevada through Wednesday. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Tue, Apr 21, 2026 at 7:54:11 am PDT

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Changing Weather Pattern Starting Tonight

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Thunderstorms Starting Tuesday Afternoon

(Update @ 8:45 AM): Dry and warm conditions will transition to unsettled conditions tonight. Periods of heavy rain and lightning are expected alongside Sierra Nevada snow through Wednesday. A Winter Storm Warning for the Sierra Nevada mountains is in effect through 5PM Wednesday.

(Update @ 8:45 AM): With unsettled weather entering our area tonight, periods of heavy rain and lightning are possible throughout the San Joaquin Valley and foothill communities through Wednesday, with Tuesday being the highest impact day. Stay aware!

(Update @ 8:45 AM): With unsettled weather entering our area tonight, periods of heavy snow and lightning are possible throughout the Sierra Nevada mountains above 7,000 feet through Wednesday, with Tuesday being the highest impact day. Stay aware!

Isolated to scattered thunderstorms are expected Tuesday afternoon north of Kern County (30-35% chance), with 35-40% probability across central Merced County. Remember: no place outside is safe in a thunderstorm. Stay aware!