"Sierra Nevada Blizzard Paralyzes California and Nevada, Prompting Urgent Evacuations"

A relentless blizzard in California's Sierra Nevada has caused the closure of Interstate 80, with over 3 inches of snow falling per hour and winds exceeding 100 mph, leading to whiteout conditions and up to 10 feet of snow accumulation. Winter storm warnings extend to parts of Northern California, Nevada, Utah, and Colorado, affecting about 11 million people. The storm has caused power outages for thousands of customers, with authorities urging residents to stay indoors and take precautions due to dangerous conditions.