Authorities are warning Californians driving through and around the Lake Tahoe area this weekend to be careful with the impending winter weather.
Snow has already appeared in areas by Donner Summit near Truckee.
Carl Walton of Lake Tahoe shared with KTVU that travelers need to listen to CHP's advice and to stay away from the Sierra until roads are clear. "I get home, go to Reno and then stay home for the weekend because it's going to be worse than this over the weekend. Certainly don't want to be out when it's like this…don't go out. Don't go out. Stay home. Stay home," Walton said.Northern California counties are facing a winter storm warning. CHP advises drivers to check weather conditions before heading towards the area. counties have a wind advisory from midnight Saturday to 1 p.m.
Those who come across downed power lines are urged to call 911 or PG&E at -743-5002. PG&E officials stressed that if you find yourself without power, use flashlights and not candles. Offers from FOX Television stations and our advertisers
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