Alertes en vigueur Kings Canyon NP

* WHAT...Heavy snow possible above 6500 feet. Total snowaccumulations between 10 and 24 inches possible. High elevationsnow up to 4 feet. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph.* WHERE...A portion of central California.* WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 4 PM PST Tuesday.* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, willlikely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficultto impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Fridayevening and Monday morning commutes. Gusty winds could bring downtree branches.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water inyour vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions forthe state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If youmust go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes willkeep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin toreduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and ahat will keep you from losing your body heat.Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutelynecessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for suddenchanges in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and themotorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach yourdestination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especiallycautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car iswinterized and in good working order.