Weather Alert in California
Winter Weather Advisory issued February 17 at 4:15PM PST until February 18 at 7:00AM PST by NWS Las Vegas NV
AREAS AFFECTED: Eastern Mojave Desert, Including the Mojave National Preserve
DESCRIPTION: * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations up to 1 to 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Eastern Mojave Desert. * WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 7 AM PST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A period of moderate to locally heavy snow is expected late tonight into early Wednesday morning as a cold front moves through. Snow levels near 4000 feet will will impact travel routes on Interstate 15 including Mountain Pass and Halloran Springs Summit. Strong winds may result in low visibility at times.
INSTRUCTION: Slow down and use caution while traveling. Call 1-800-427-7623 for road information.
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Weather Topic: What are Stratus Clouds?
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Stratus clouds are similar to altostratus clouds, but form at a
lower altitude and are identified by their fog-like appearance, lacking the
distinguishing features of most clouds.
Stratus clouds are wider than most clouds, and their base has a smooth, uniform
look which is lighter in color than a nimbostratus cloud.
The presence of a stratus cloud indicates the possibility of minor precipitation,
such as drizzle, but heavier precipitation does not typically arrive in the form
of a stratus cloud.
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Weather Topic: What are Altocumulus Clouds?
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Similar to cirrocumulus clouds, altocumulus clouds are
characterized by cloud patches. They are distinguished by larger cloudlets
than cirrocumulus clouds but are still smaller than stratocumulus clouds.
Altocumulus clouds most commonly form in middle altitudes (between 2 and 5 km)
and may resemble, at times, the shape of a flying saucer.
These uncommon formations, called altocumulus lenticularis, are created by uplift
in the atmosphere and are most often seen in close proximity to mountains.
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