Winter Weather — Eastern Mojave Desert, California

2024-02-08 · Eastern Mojave Desert, California

Event narrative

Interstate 15 was closed due to an estimated 3 of new snow around Halloran Summit, which contributed to numerous accidents and several jackknifed big rigs.

Wider weather episode

Strong low pressure and an atmospheric river produced significant rain and snow over southeast California.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1162703. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.