Southern California Mountains Hit by Blizzard Conditions and Heavy Snow

Blizzard Conditions in SoCal Mountains

• ❄️ Blizzard-like conditions have impacted Southern California mountain communities, including the San Bernardino and San Gabriel Mountains.
• ⚠️ Hazardous conditions overnight were caused by heavy snow and brutal wind.

School Closures and Power Outages

• 🏫 Bear Valley Unified School District announced all schools will be closed today.
• 🔌 Closures are due to power outages and unsafe road conditions.

Devastating Tree Impact on Homes

• 🌳 A resident in Wrightwood, Will Barr, described a tree falling through his house around 4:30 AM.
• 🏠 The massive tree split the house completely in half, with roots visible and the structure leaning on the front door.
• 💥 The tree also impacted a neighbor's house, going through the roof but causing less severe damage.

Escape and Aftermath

• 🚪 The resident was woken by the tree hitting his face and had to escape through the back door as the front was blocked.
• 😥 He expressed shock and the potential for a fatal outcome had the tree fallen differently.
• 🛠️ Removal of the tree is expected to be a long and complex process, potentially requiring multiple cranes.