Heavy Sierra snow, steady rain and gusty winds are expected Tuesday in Northern California as the result of an atmospheric river.

A powerful winter storm is blasting the Northwest with heavy snow and fierce winds, as residents are warned to stay off the roads.

Rain began falling steadily in Northern California which led to slippery roadways and accidents throughout the region.

LATEST Feb. 3, 1:27 p.m. Caltrans officials have confirmed that the detour around Monday’s Highway 101 closure in northern ...