Live updates: Multiple storm systems forecast for Central California this week
Last updated: Saturday, February 21, 2026 12:46AM GMT
It was a beautiful weekend in Central California, but get prepared for a series of storms in the area this week.
From Tuesday to Wednesday, multiple feet of snow are forecast for Yosemite National Park, Huntington Lake and Shaver Lake. Some of the Foothill communities could get a few inches of snow as well.
Expect high temperatures to remain in the 50's all week across Central California before beginning to dry out on Friday.
Feb 17, 2026, 6:30 AM GMT
Drivers met with low visibility, heavy rain as CHP warns of rising crashes
Heavy downpour across the state is making travel on local highways dangerous.
Heavy downpour across the state is making travel on local highways dangerous.
The California Highway Patrol says speeding in the rain is the cause of most crashes during inclement weather.
Officers and travelers, like Anthony Loverde, are urging drivers to be more cautious, "Slow down and give people that extra space to switch lights and stuff, you know, just being respectful for other drivers that are out there."
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Feb 17, 2026, 2:12 AM GMT
AccuWeather Forecast: 5 PM 2/16
Here's a look at the AccuWeather Forecast as of 5 p.m. on Monday.
Watch the latest AccuWeather forecast on ABC30 Action News.
AccuWeather Alerts continue for more significant valley and mountain rainfall and lower snow levels through midweek.
Feb 17, 2026, 1:31 AM GMT
Winter weather welcomed by some as others worry about power outages
The first of a series of storms has arrived, bringing rain, wind and mountain snow to central California, a welcome sight for some.
The first of a series of storms has arrived, bringing rain, wind and mountain snow to central California, a welcome sight for some.
"I think we needed some rain," Pedro Martinez said while golfing in Madera County. "Definitely, some good air quality is always good and green grass, green valley, green landscape. Everything is good."
While others may need to brace for power outages, as we're expecting several days of this winter weather.
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Feb 17, 2026, 1:05 AM GMT
Strong wind blows part of roof off Fresno County CAL FIRE station
Powerful wind has blown a section of the roof off a Fresno County CAL FIRE station.
Powerful wind has blown a section of the roof off a Fresno County CAL FIRE station.
It happened at the station on Morton Avenue near Sonoma Avenue in Tranquillity on Monday afternoon.
Neighbors who witnessed the moment said a small funnel cloud hit the top of the fire station.
Photos and videos show pieces of the roof and other debris scattered across the fire station's parking lot.
Action News has a crew at the scene and will provide updates as they are available.
