# California Storm Hits Bay Area

> Heavy rain and snow forecast for California as first major winter storm arrives.
- Title: California Storm Hits Bay Area · Sfchronicle | Shortify
- Summary: Heavy rain and snow forecast for California as first major winter storm arrives.
- Keywords: california, bay area, winter storm, rain forecast, snow forecast, sierra passes, storm warnings, coastal flooding, power outages, high surf, Sfchronicle
- Source: Sfchronicle — https://sfchronicle.com/weather-forecast/article/live-storm-rain-snow-22527659.php
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- Topics: california, bay area, winter storm, rain forecast, snow forecast, sierra passes, storm warnings, coastal flooding, power outages, high surf, news, local
## First major storm arrives
California’s first significant winter storm hits the Bay Area with heavy rain and snow.
## Bay Area rain forecast
Heavy rain expected from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. in San Francisco with gusts up to 45 mph.
## SFO flight disruptions
Domestic flights briefly grounded at origin airports due to wind before 8:30 a.m. Friday.
## Coastal flooding risks
Puddles and standing water expected along bay shoreline due to slow drainage.
## Sierra snow forecast
Heavy snow expected up to 18 inches in Tahoe areas by Friday evening.
## Coastal wave warnings
25 to 35 foot waves expected at beaches with life-threatening conditions Saturday.
## Power outages possible
Localized power outages expected in low-lying areas with high tides.
## Storm impacts timeline
Heavy rain first hits North Bay by 7 a.m. then sweeps through Bay Area by 10 a.m. Friday.
## Key takeaway

California’s first significant winter storm brings heavy rain to the Bay Area and snow to Sierra Nevada by Friday afternoon.