Southern California Braces for Winter-Like Storm

Cold front to bring low snow levels, significant temperature drops, and potential severe weather.

A cold storm moving into Southern California is expected to bring winter-like weather, including low-elevation snow, showers, and the possibility of severe thunderstorms late Thursday night into Friday evening.
Snow levels are forecasted to drop to 3,000 to 3,500 feet, with snowfall ranging from 1 to 12 inches depending on the elevation.
Temperatures across Southern California are anticipated to drop significantly, with some areas experiencing historic lows.
The weekend is expected to be drier and slightly warmer, but another low-pressure system could bring showers around Sunday night.
Gusty winds will strengthen on Thursday afternoon and continue through Friday night, with the strongest gusts expected near the desert slopes of the mountains and near the coast.