"Sierra Nevada Anticipates Major Shift with Incoming Snow as Northern California Readies for More Precipitation"

California's Sierra Nevada is expecting new snowfall at low elevations, though it will not significantly alleviate the current "snow drought." Southern California has experienced strong winds and cooler temperatures following recent storms that brought record rainfall but below-average snow to the mountains. The snowpack at Phillips Station is at just 30% of the average for the date. Upcoming storms will bring more snow to higher elevations and strong winds to the coast, with significant surf and rip currents expected. Los Angeles County will see minimal rain but strong winds are a concern.