After a short reprieve, a new storm blows in

planning to travel to the mountains should arrive by Friday afternoon.

“We are expecting snow levels between 3,000 and 4,000 feet (in elevation)” Mueller said. “In the Sierras, we expect 14 to 18 inches.”

The California Department of Transportation said there are no chain controls on Highway 80, but that drivers should monitor speeds since hydroplaning is still possible.

“Be prepared for changing conditions,” Caltrans said.

The detailed weekend forecast from the NWS for the Yuba County region:

Today: 30 percent chance of showers after 11 a.m. Increasing clouds, with a high near 56. South wind 9-14 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. New precipitation amounts of less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Tonight: Showers. Low 44. South wind around 16 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80 percent. New precipitation amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

Saturday: Showers likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 51. South wind 9-13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60 percent.

Saturday night: Showers, mainly before 11 p.m. Low around 40. Chance of precipitation is 80 percent.

Sunday: A 40 percent chance of showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 53.

Sunday night: A slight chance of showers. Partly cloudy, with a low around 38.

The Yuba City Total Home, Garden and Recreation Show returns to the fairgrounds noon-6 p.m. today and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

Over 250 exhibits will be using five fairground buildings and most of the walking space inbetween. Visitors will have access to ATVS, motorcycles, solar energy options, nursery and garden information, as well as hot tub and pool vendors.

Show producer Andrew Coolidge said 2006 was the last year the show hosted this many vendors.

“The recession really affected us,” he said.

One of the most popular buildings at the event is the Gift and Gourmet Hall, Coolidge said. Food samples from local vendors will be available, including olive oil and candy. This year there will be a special pomegranate section featuring sauces and dips.

The first 600 kids will be given a free rubber duck on Saturday in the Expo Hall. Parking is free. Tickets: $7 for adults, children under 16 get in free with a paying adult. Seniors get in for $1 on Friday. Coupons for $2 off are available at www.ychomeshow. com.