Winter Storm — Santa Ynez Valley, California

1996-12-21 to 1996-12-22 · Santa Ynez Valley, California

Wider weather episode

A major winter storm system produced significant rainfall and blizzard like conditions across Southern California.Rainfall totals up to two inches were measured along the coast while mountain areas below 6000 feet receivedup to 5 inches of rain. Mudslides closed Interstate 14 near Santa Clarita. At elevations above 6000 feet, strongwinds 40 to 50 MPH combined with snow to produce blizzard-like conditions. Snow accumulations up to six inches were reported at higher elevations.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5581639. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.