Winter Weather Advisory Issued For San Diego County Mountains

SAN DIEGO, CA — Another storm is expected to bring more snow this week to the San Diego County mountains.

A winter weather advisory will be in effect from 8 p.m. Wednesday to noon Thursday for the county mountains above 5,500 feet, where 1 to 2 inches of snowfall is expected, according to the National Weather Service. Wind gusts could reach as high as 45 mph.

Forecasters advised motorists to slow down and use caution while traveling.

The NWS said Sunrise Highway near Mount Laguna may become covered with snow and slippery. Gusty winds could blow down tree branches.