Wet and windy weather hit the foothills last night… A low pressure off the Pacific Northwest coast brought a cold front into central California last night. Rain and snow was expected above 7000 ft by Tuesday afternoon with snow levels down to 5500 to 6500 feet by this morning. Winter driving conditions are anticipated over the Sierra passes including Highway 88. In the valleys and foothills, we should be ready for showers affecting this morning’s commute. Temperatures will struggle to get out of the sixties today but milder and drier weather will return Thursday. Anyone planning travel in the mountains should carry tire chains and monitor road conditions before departing and be prepared for winter traveling conditions, including gusty winds that could make travel hazardous through midday today.