The National Weather Service says New Orleans set a record for snowfall on Tuesday, with nearly 10 inches.
Up to 16 inches of rain was forecast in Northern California and southwestern Oregon through Friday.
Knowing if a warning is posted is crucial in staying safe, but what does a watch or warning even mean?
When a storm is in the forecast the National Weather Service may issue a watch, advisory, or warning. Each of these alerts are different and some are more significant than others.
A winter storm warning is up for the Sierra until 6am Friday morning, with heavy snow and blizzard conditions in the higher elevations, travel is not advised by late morning through the evening.
Taking it slow can help with slick roads, but when there’s whiteout conditions it’s probably best to stay home.
The National Weather Service in Reno says a blizzard warning has been issued for the Sierra on Wednesday night through Thursday morning.
The snow was so heavy at the Truckee Tahoe Airport that it stood this plane on its tail! The airport says they got more than 16 inches of Sierra cement overnight. Even more snow is expected!
Chain restrictions are in place Wednesday night ahead of a powerful winter storm.
Washoe County students go back to school in a couple weeks. Dr. Joey Gassen will have tips to keep back-to-school bugs at bay in tonight's Ask the Doctor. He is with Northern Nevada Emergency Physicians and practices at Renown Children's Hospital. Call him with questions about your child's health between 5-6 p.m. at (775) 858-2222.