Storm Expected To Bring Widespread Rain, Strong Winds On Friday
An approaching storm could bring up to four inches of snow to the foothills, raising concerns about mudslides in the area ravaged by the Camp Fire.
A storm arriving on Thursday could bring rain to the Bay Area and to Stockton and Modesto. Some light precipitation could fall Wednesday in the Bay Area Wednesday night and in Stockton and Modesto on Thursday.
Heavier precipitation is expected on Friday, along with strong winds which will make mountain travel difficult.
By Sunday night when the storm subsides, we're expecting precipitation totals of over two inches of rain in the valley, up to four inches of rain in the foothills, and two to three feet of snow in the Sierra.
Up to four inches of rain could fall near Chico and Paradise this week, making mudslides possible in the burn scar areas.
Periods of rain and mountain snow will continue through early next week.