[National Weather Service] – A cold storm system will push southward from the Gulf of Alaska across the forecast area tonight (Thursday) and continue through Friday night.

Snow levels will plummet from 4,500 feet later this evening to 2,000-3,000 feet on Friday.

Elevations above 4,000 feet can expect between 4 and 8 inches of snow, with lesser amounts at lower elevations.

Major roadways that will likely be impacted by snow showers and icy road conditions include Interstate 5 (from Castaic to the Grapevine), Highway 14 through Soledad Canyon into the Antelope Valley, Highway 33 in the Ventura County mountains, and Highway 138 in the Antelope Valley.

Non-mountainous areas that are at risk for snow showers on Friday include the Antelope Valley, Cuyama Valley and interior valleys of San Luis Obipso County. Even foothill areas could see a light dusting of snow.

Due to the convective nature of this system, there is a slight chance of thunderstorms capable of producing brief heavy downpours and small hail. Dangerous winter driving conditions can be expected in the mountains with this system, with the potential for road closures.

[LASD & County Public Works] – The Los Angeles County Public Works Department has advised that based on the forecast of snow and icy road conditions, it will close public access to the following road segments in the Angeles National Forest effective tonight, Thursday, Feb. 7, at 9 p.m.:

• Angeles Forest Highway from SR-2 (Angeles Crest Highway) to Aliso Canyon Road

• Upper Big Tujunga Canyon Road from Angeles Forest Highway to SR-2 (Angeles Crest Highway)

Local access will not be permitted until the road closures are lifted.

The closures will remain in effect until the storm system has passed and the roads have been inspected.

Residents and motorists are urged to visit the CARE website at www.dpwcare.org for further updates on road conditions, or sign up to receive instant notifications through Public Works’ eNotify system at www.dpw.lacounty.gov. Residents and motorists can also follow Public Works @dpwCARE for additional information on road conditions.

Residents, business owners, and persons with access or functional needs may also call 2-1-1 for L.A. County information and referral services regarding post disaster resources that are available to those affected by the floods and debris and mudflow. The toll-free 2-1-1 number is available 24-hours a day and 7 days a week. 211 LA County Services can also be accessed by visiting www.211la.org.