Periods of heavy rainfall are expected across the Lower Mississippi Valley and Gulf Coast Friday. A strong Pacific storm will impact the Pacific Northwest and Great Basin Friday through the weekend, bringing high elevation snow, lower elevation rain, and strong winds. pic.twitter.com/xHMRNkhRil

Additionally, a few isolated thunderstorms will be possible Saturday afternoon and evening. Potential hazards include: 🌧 Brief heavy rain 🧊Small hail 🍃Gusty winds ⚡Lightning 🌪Possible funnel clouds #CAwx pic.twitter.com/iWRBDBngrq

‼ Update ‼ The Winter Weather Advisory for elevations above 5000' along the Sierra has been upgraded to a Winter Storm Warning with moderate to occasionally heavy snow expected. The Winter Storm Warning will still be in effect from 11 am Saturday through 8 am Sunday. #CAwx pic.twitter.com/MwYdQWRuEp

A quick hitting and colder winter-like Spring storm will impact the region from Saturday through Sunday morning, bringing strong winds and brief periods of heavy Sierra snow with some spillover into NE CA & W NV. Winter-like conditions are likely in the Sierra. #CAwx #nvwx pic.twitter.com/tongrjVtsK