We get these every few years and they amaze.
Gnarly winds in Reno, no precipitation yet.
Yes, they amazed the Donner Party quite a bit.
https://www.accuweather.com/en/wint...a-nevada-with-over-100-inches-of-snow/1626644
The storm will create potentially deadly travel conditions along two major arteries in California.
“Donner Pass, California, along Interstate 80 and segments of I-5 in Northern California to Siskiyou Summit in southern Oregon are likely to close,” Rayno added.
There is a high risk of motorists becoming stranded due to the incredible snowfall rates and the likelihood that road crews will be unable to keep up with the storm until it concludes late this weekend. This includes roads to and from the ski resorts in the region. Conditions may be life-threatening for those who become stuck outdoors in the storm.
The combination of heavy snow and high winds is likely to lead to power outages that could take many days, if not weeks, to resolve in isolated areas. Those in backwood locations will need a safe means of heat and plenty of food. Experts warn that chimneys and exhaust from furnaces will need to be kept open to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning.