A powerful atmospheric river was sweeping across Northern California on Thursday, bringing widespread rain, gusty winds, and high-elevation snow to the Sacramento region, forecasters said.

The National Weather Service said rainfall totals are expected to range from 1 to 2 inches in the Sacramento Valley and up to 2 to 4 inches in the northern Valley and nearby terrain, with heavier amounts possible in the foothills and mountains.

A wind advisory was in effect for the Valley and Sacramento Delta, Northeast Foothills and Northern San Joaquin Valley until 6 p.m. Thursday, with sustained winds up to 25 mph and gusts in the 50 mph range.

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Meanwhile, snow levels were currently expected to hold above 8,000 feet through T

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