A winter storm which came in two waves dropped heavy snow over the mountains of interior northern California on the 24th and 25th. The northern Sierra Nevada Mountains received 1 to 3 feet of snow above 6000 feet, with amounts of more than 5 feet reported at Lassen Volcanic National Park. Wind gusts exceeding 60 mph were recorded over higher mountain peaks. The strong wind, coupled with falling snow, brought limited visibilities over the higher mountains. Holiday travel was significantly curtailed with many roads closed for a period of time, including Interstate 80.

Winter Storm in MOUNTAINS SOUTHWEST SHASTA COUNTY TO NORTHERN LAKE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
From 24-DEC-08 10:00:00 to 26-DEC-08 00:00:00 (PST-8)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A winter storm brought snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches to elevations above 3000 feet accompanied by strong, gusty winds. This brought hazardous travel conditions to area roads.

Winter Storm in MT SHASTA/WESTERN PLUMAS COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
From 24-DEC-08 06:00:00 to 25-DEC-08 23:00:00 (PST-8)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: COOP Observer

A winter storm brought snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches with gusty winds to elevations above 3000 feet. Greater snow amounts fell above 6000 feet. Lassen Volcanic National Park measured 67 inches of snow at Lower Lassen Peak, which is at an elevation of 8250 feet. This brought hazardous travel conditions to eastern Shasta County, western Plumas County, and Lassen Volcanic National Park, with chain restrictions on Highways 299 and 44.

Winter Storm in WEST SLOPE NORTHERN SIERRA NEVADA, CALIFORNIA
From 24-DEC-08 08:00:00 to 26-DEC-08 05:00:00 (PST-8)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A winter storm brought snow accumulations of 2 to 3 feet to elevations above 7000 feet accompanied by strong, gusty winds. Snow amounts of a foot or more fell above 6000 feet, with several inches falling at elevations between 3000 and 6000 feet. Blue Canyon received 19 inches of snow, and Echo Peak measured 24 inches. This brought hazardous travel conditions and chain restrictions to area roads such as I-80 and US Highway 50.
A woman was struck by a train on the 25th while hiking with her son on railroad tracks near Soda Springs. Whiteout conditions and snow accumulation made them unaware they were on railroad tracks. She died in a hospital in Truckee from her injuries. Her son was also injured.

Winter Storm in SHASTA LAKE/NORTH SHASTA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
From 24-DEC-08 08:00:00 to 26-DEC-08 00:00:00 (PST-8)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A winter storm brought snow accumulations of 8 to 12 inches to elevations above 4000 feet accompanied by strong, gusty winds. This brought hazardous travel conditions to area roads.

Winter Storm in BURNEY BASIN/EASTERN SHASTA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
From 24-DEC-08 06:00:00 to 25-DEC-08 23:00:00 (PST-8)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A winter storm brought snow accumulations of 8 to 12 inches above elevations of 3000 feet and was accompanied by gusty winds. This brought hazardous travel conditions to area roads.

Winter Storm in CLEAR LAKE/SOUTHERN LAKE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
From 24-DEC-08 23:00:00 to 26-DEC-08 00:00:00 (PST-8)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A winter storm brought snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches to elevations above 3000 feet accompanied by strong, gusty winds. This brought hazardous travel conditions to area roads.