A strong low pressure system brought strong winds to the Sierra Nevada, the foothills, and the Valley. Butte County received significant wind damage, with 2 fatalities caused by falling trees. A fallen tree also caused a fatality and several injuries in Shasta County. Multiple fallen trees caused damage to homes in the Motherlode foothills and in the Sacramento metro area. Fallen trees and branches also caused power outages, with 344,000 customers across northern California impacted. The storm dropped several inches of snow at higher elevations, causing traffic slowdowns and chain controls over the Sierra passes. Strong winds and cold temperatures also combined to bring wind chill temperatures well below zero for the higher Sierra, impacting outdoor recreation.

High Wind in NORTHEAST FOOTHILLS/SACRAMENTO VALLEY, CALIFORNIA
From 30-DEC-14 07:48:00 to 30-DEC-14 12:00:00 (PST-8)
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 18.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

A cold front brought strong winds. A tree fell on a vehicle on Elliot Road in the city of Paradise at 7:48 am. This caused an adult female fatality. Elliott Road was closed from Ingalls Road to Copeland Road for a time, while crews responded to the scene.

High Wind in NORTHEAST FOOTHILLS/SACRAMENTO VALLEY, CALIFORNIA
From 30-DEC-14 07:19:00 to 30-DEC-14 12:00:00 (PST-8)
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 400.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Northeast winds behind a cold front brought down large trees in Paradise, Butte County. At 7:19 am PST, 2 large trees fell on a residence on Lofty Lane, which resulted in the death of an adult male.

High Wind in NORTHERN SACRAMENTO VALLEY, CALIFORNIA
From 31-DEC-14 02:15:00 to 31-DEC-14 03:00:00 (PST-8)
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 400.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

An 8 ft diameter, 30-40 ft tall grey pine tree fell onto a home in Redding. This home was located on Wyatt Lane, off Churn Creek Road, north of South Bonnyview Road. An adult female was killed, and an male adult and a female toddler(3 yrs of age) were injured in the incident. The Redding Municipal Airport reported NNE winds sustained at 29 mph with gusts to 38 mph at 2 am. The airport is 3.82 mile SSE of the incident. Strong wind duration estimated at about 30 minutes.

High Wind in NORTHEAST FOOTHILLS/SACRAMENTO VALLEY, CALIFORNIA
From 30-DEC-14 08:00:00 to 30-DEC-14 12:00:00 (PST-8)
Magnitude: 57.00 MG
Property damage: 500.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Numerous trees and powerlines were knocked down in Paradise and Magalia. There were over 3000 customers without power. Winds gusted to 66 mph at Jarbo Gap at 11:13  PST.

Strong Wind in NORTHERN SACRAMENTO VALLEY, CALIFORNIA
From 30-DEC-14 08:00:00 to 30-DEC-14 20:00:00 (PST-8)
Magnitude: 38.00 MG
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A 2 foot diameter tree was reported down on road 4 miles west of Red Bluff.

Strong Wind in CENTRAL SACRAMENTO VALLEY, CALIFORNIA
From 29-DEC-14 23:00:00 to 30-DEC-14 22:00:00 (PST-8)
Magnitude: 25.00 MG
Property damage: 300.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement reported a number of trees down on Marysville Rd in Dobbins.

High Wind in WEST SLOPE NORTHERN SIERRA NEVADA, CALIFORNIA
From 30-DEC-14 20:00:00 to 30-DEC-14 23:00:00 (PST-8)
Magnitude: 54.00 MG
Property damage: 800.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

A strong wind storm brought down trees and power lines, damaging 3 homes in Kyburz.

Strong Wind in MOTHERLODE/CAMPTONVILLE TO GROVELAND, CALIFORNIA
From 30-DEC-14 17:00:00 to 30-DEC-14 19:00:00 (PST-8)
Magnitude: 43.00 EG
Property damage: 600.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

At least 2 homes badly damaged by falling trees in Grass Valley and Nevada City.

Strong Wind in SOUTHERN SACRAMENTO VALLEY, CALIFORNIA
From 30-DEC-14 17:00:00 to 30-DEC-14 19:00:00 (PST-8)
Magnitude: 40.00 MG
Property damage: 1.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Numerous trees reported down in the Sacramento area. Trees were reported falling on homes and business in Sacramento, Elk Grove, and Folsom. Power lines were downed in multiple locations, causing power outages.

Strong Wind in SOUTHERN SACRAMENTO VALLEY, CALIFORNIA
From 30-DEC-14 17:00:00 to 30-DEC-14 19:00:00 (PST-8)
Magnitude: 35.00 EG
Property damage: 600.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

At least 2 homes badly damaged by falling trees in Grass Valley and Nevada City.