* WHAT...Heavy snow. Snow accumulations between 3 to 8 inches below 5500 feet west of Highway 395 with 12 to 20 inches above 5500 feet. Localized amounts up to 3 feet on the highest peaks. Wind gusts as high as 45 mph. Ridge wind gusts as high as 75 mph.

* WHERE...Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties.

* WHEN...From 7 AM this morning to 10 PM PST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the commutes Friday and Saturday. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.