Winter storm brings heavy snow to Southern California mountain communities

While a winter storm brings rain to most of Southern California , residents at higher elevations are seeing some considerable snowfall.

The areas seeing the most snow are located in the San Gabriel Mountains, where more than a foot of snow could fall once all is said and done, according to the National Weather Service. Most other communities that will experience snow will see three to eight inches, NWS projected.

As snow levels fall to as low as 3,000 feet, roads in local mountain communities have become slick, and weather officials said that there is the potential for one to two inches of snow in the Tejon Pass area of the 5 Freeway, which could potentially cause traffic delays.

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“Check road conditions and road closures before you go into the mountains,” the National Weather Service said. “Carry chains and winter driving supplies and be prepared for possible closures.”…

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