The county sheriff said the hikers were well-prepared for the hike but not for the massive amounts of snow. “They knew there was weather. But I don’t think they expected the amount,” he said.
Another strong storm dumped more snow Saturday on Northern California mountain communities, and a winter storm warning was in effect through early Monday, according to the National Weather Service in Sacramento.
In Southern California's San Bernardino Mountains, authorities have been working to clear roads and distribute food, water and blankets to snow-battered residents while the Red Cross has set up a shelter at a local high school. There is a slight chance of snow showers in the region on Sunday, according to the National Weather Service in San Diego.because of the challenges in clearing out so much snow.
Katy Curtis, who lives in the San Bernardino mountain community of Crestline, said she hiked with snowshoes for five miles to get a can of gasoline to a family trapped in their house to fuel a generator. “I’m healthy, so I just thought, well, I can walk, and I did. But it was probably the longest day of my life," said Curtis, adding the family had someone with medical needs. Cars are completely buried, and snow is piled up to the roof of her home. Curtis said.Associated Press writer Kathleen Ronayne in Sacramento contributed to this report.
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