* WHAT...Heavy snow above 7000 feet. Snow accumulation of 8 to 16
inches with 1 to 2 feet along the Sierra crest. 1 to 4 inches of
snow accumulation for communities along Highway 395. Ridge winds
gusting up to 70 mph.

* WHERE...Mono County.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM PDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult, especially through
mountain passes such as Sonora and Tioga passes. The hazardous
conditions will impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes.
Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heaviest snowfall is expected late tonight
through Tuesday afternoon with snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per
hour at times.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. Do not attempt travel on high
elevation roads if they are closed. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.