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Series Of Potent Storms Headed For The Divide
A series of several very potent storms are headed towards the Georgetown Divide this week and those in the know are comparing the strength of these incoming storms to those we endured in December of 2005. If that’s the case, we’re in for a week of some very heavy rain. From the National Weather Service:
Special Weather Statement For The Mother Lode
Issued by The National Weather Service
Sacramento, CA
4:18 pm PST, Wed., Dec. 15, 2010
… STORMY WEATHER HEADED FOR NORTHERN CALIFORNIA THIS WEEKEND AND INTO NEXT WEEK…
A LARGE WEATHER SYSTEM DROPPING OUT OF THE GULF OF ALASKA WILL BRING RAIN… WIND AND LARGE AMOUNTS OF MOUNTAIN SNOW TO NORTHERN CALIFORNIA BEGINNING FRIDAY… AND LASTING THROUGH THE WEEKEND AND INTO NEXT WEEK.
PERIODS OF HEAVY RAIN AND MOUNTAIN SNOW SHOULD BEGIN FRIDAY NIGHT AND SATURDAY. NEARLY CONTINUOUS RAIN AND SNOW IS EXPECTED THROUGH THE WEEKEND… WITH MORE PERIODS OF HEAVY PRECIPITATION EXPECTED EARLY NEXT WEEK.
THE CENTRAL VALLEY COULD SEE 2 TO 5 INCHES OF RAINFALL FROM FRIDAY INTO EARLY NEXT WEEK… WITH RAINFALL AMOUNTS EXCEEDING 6 INCHES IN THE FOOTHILLS. AT THE HIGHER ELEVATIONS… NEW SNOWFALL ACCUMULATIONS OF SEVERAL FEET ARE POSSIBLE. SNOW LEVELS ARE EXPECTED TO BE FAIRLY TYPICAL FOR THIS TIME OF YEAR VARYING BETWEEN 4000 AND 6000 FEET. THIS PUTS SNOW LEVELS BELOW THE MAJOR PASS LEVELS AND TRAVEL DIFFICULTIES THROUGH THE MOUNTAINS WILL ALMOST CERTAINLY BECOME A FACTOR AS HEAVY SNOW ACCUMULATIONS OCCUR. GUSTY WINDS WILL BRING BLOWING SNOW AND REDUCED VISIBILITIES AS WELL.
AT THE LOWER ELEVATIONS… LEAF FALL AND CLOGGED STORM DRAINS STILL REMAIN A PROBLEM THIS SEASON AND WILL LIKELY CAUSE LOCALIZED STREET FLOODING DURING PERIODS OF HEAVY RAIN.
THE WET PATTERN MAY CONTINUE THROUGH MUCH OF NEXT WEEK.
NORTHERN CALIFORNIANS SHOULD BE PREPARED FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF VERY WET WEATHER BEGINNING THIS FRIDAY. IF TRAVELING… ESPECIALLY THROUGH THE MOUNTAINS… BE SURE AND CHECK THE LATEST WEATHER AND ROAD CONDITIONS BEFORE DEPARTURE AND CONTINUE TO MONITOR THIS DEVELOPING STORM SYSTEM.
Georgetown’s Parade of Lights & Tree Raising
Georgetown’s Annual “Parade of Lights” starts tonight with parade lineup over by The Stamp Mill at 5 p.m.
The afternoon kicks off with the tree raising in the center of town by volunteers of the Georgetown Fire Department. The Parade of Lights is sponsored by the Georgetown Divide Rotary and has become the community’s favorite event, ending with a visit by Santa Claus.
All are welcome! Floats, walkers & friendly animals are encouraged to light up and join in the festivities. Choirs, youth groups & other entertainers are also needed. It’s a fun event for the entire family. Soups, stews, hot chocolate & cider will be available to those in attendance. It will be on the cool side this evening, so please dress warm. Hope to see you there!
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For more information: Call Liz Keene @ 333.1013 or 333.4366 about booths, Vicki Stiles @ 333.4540 about time & locations or call Patti Smith @333.4336 for more general information about this event.
Aerial View of Georgetown, California
This aerial view of downtown Georgetown, California was taken on 3.6.2010
photo courtesy of: vntghippy
James Marshall’s Cabin
Photograph of James Marshall’s cabin, before restoration.
Vintage Postcard of Main Street, Georgetown
Postcard description:“Originally known as Growlersburg, because of the large nuggets which growled in the miners pans, this quaint town retains much of the old charm. Many of its buildings retain the iron doors and other features of Gold Rush architecture.”
Long time residents of The Georgetown Divide may recognize the old “Ponderosa Club” in the photo.
via: Georgetown Marker
Short Break In Winter Weather This Weekend
Updated: January 22 at 9:50am PST
According to several local sources, a little more snow fell than was previously thought. As much as 6 inches of snow has been reported in Georgetown. Highway 193 is in great shape. Some side roads still a little slushy, but overall travel should not be a problem today. The sun even tried to make a brief appearance this morning.
The NWS Winter Weather Advisory has been extended until 8 pm tonight. Another 1-4 inches are expected and snow levels may dip down as low as 1,500 feet. There’s also a chance of thunderstorms which could produce small hail. Monitor the weather before hitting the road. Here’s several photos taken earlier this morning by countrygirl of Georgetown.
Posted: January 22 at 6:40am PST
Approximately 2 -3 inches of snow has fallen overnight in and around the Georgetown area. Temps are in the mid-30s this morning, so the snow is already melting. Some snow and ice may be found on some of the less traveled roads, but the plows are already out clearing Hwy. 193, so travel off the hill today shouldn’t be a problem. Power was out in the Georgetown area for most of the night, but was restored early this morning.
Light showers can be expected the rest of today, with snow showers down to 2,000 feet. Snow showers early tomorrow morning will give way to a partly cloudy weekend with more inclement weather on the way the early next week. Enjoy the short break from the rains.
Winter Weather Advisory Extended
Updated: January 21 2010 at 3:30pm PST
I always thought that a 100% chance of rain meant it was going to rain for sure. Not so much anymore. Not a drop of rain today, even though the NWS was calling for a 100% chance of rain all day. At some point, the Winter Weather Advisory for today was canceled.
There’s only been a few sprinkles, a few flurries and that’s about it. I don’t know if I really believe it, but here we go again…….
The NWS has once again issued a Winter Weather Advisory for snow and ice in The Mother Lode from 10pm this evening until 10am tomorrow morning.
Rain showers are expected to turn to snow showers around 2,000 – 2,500 feet later tonight and into Friday morning. Accumulations of 1 – 3 inches around 2,500 are expected , with 3 – 6 inches near 3,000 possible.
Watch for snow and ice on roadways as low as 2,000 feet. Expect periods of snow, sleet and freezing rain. Drive safely and carry chains.
Posted: January 21 at 4:30am PST
The Winter Weather Advisory has been extended until 4pm this afternoon with snow levels above 2,000 feet. The Winter Weather Advisory is now is effect until 4pm this afternoon above 2,000 feet for snow and blowing snow across The Mother Lode.
Rain and snow showers will increase again later this morning, with occasional heavy snow showers expected down to 2,000 feet this afternoon. Precipitation wil taper off to scattered showers later today.
Additional accumulations of 2 to 4 inches are possible as low as 2,000 feet in heavier snow showers. Thunder snow is also possible.
Local wind gusts of 25 – 35 mph and areas of reduced visibility due to snow and blowing snow are possible today. Be prepared for snow covered roads and use caution while driving.
Currently, the roads are in good shape in our area this morning. No snow in Georgetown, just a light rain overnight and the winds are calm at this time. Check the weather before you head out today! Carry those chains!
High Winds, Heavy Rain, Snow Lash Divide
Updated: January 20 at 3:43pm PST
At this time, snow levels have risen above Georgetown and the roads in town are clear of snow, but that will change as you head upcountry. A cold rain is still falling in Georgetown with a bit of snow still left on the ground. Winds are not as strong as earlier in the day.
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for The Mother Lode until 4am tomorrow morning. Forecasters are calling for 1 – 3 inches of snow as low as 2,500 feet. Periods of snow will continue through early Thursday morning. Heavy snow is possible at times. Locally strong south winds from 25 – 35 mph means areas of blowing snow. Carry chains.
Posted: January 20 at 1:15pm PST
The combination of heavy rains and high winds has made for a lousy weather week here on The Georgetown Divide. Rain has been heavy for several days with a couple of pretty incredible downpours mixed in.
On Monday afternoon, we had a storm cell dump a literal wall of water on downtown Georgetown. I really don’t know if it could have possibly rained any harder than it did on that afternoon. The ground is now completely soaked.
Winds were very strong again last night and have continued to increase throughout the day today. Some gusts have been in the 60 mph range, with sustained winds of 40mph. The winds should ease after 6pm this evening.
Rainfall will be very heavy at times through this afternoon and into the evening, with the snowline dropping into the upper foothills. It is currently snowing in Georgetown, with light accumulation. And the power is even still on! Drive safely!!
photo by vntghippy of Georgetown
More Snow For The Divide Tonight?
Updated: December 11 at 6:OO am PST
The NWS canceled the Winter Weather Advisory that had been issued for the Mother Lode. Temps are in the hovering around 40 degrees this morning and it feels downright balmy out there!
A light rain has been falling and that should help clear some of the remaining ice from the roads. There still may be ice in spots on Hwy. 193 between Graybar Mine Road and the Greenwood Cemetery.
The rain is expected to become heavier today and last through the weekend with partial clearing next week.
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With much of the snow still on the ground from our last storm, the Divide may get another shot of the white stuff this evening.
According to the National Weather Service, low elevation snow is possible again tonight and into Friday morning.
Another series of storms are lined up to move through the area over the weekend. With the unusually cold air mass already in place, they say we could see snow levels drop as low as 500 feet.
The Divide could get several more inches of snow overnight with snow levels rising during the day on Friday.
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