A Winter Storm Watch will begin Friday afternoon, lasting through the weekend as heaps of snow are expected to fall.
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Most spots will pick up anywhere from 1-3 feet of snow above 5,000 feet.
The highest peaks will likely see higher amounts, close to 4 feet.
If you are thinking about traveling to Tahoe, do it Thursday or Friday morning.
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By Friday evening snow will begin to fall and conditions will deteriorate quickly, creating a higher risk that drivers will get stuck on highways.
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