Winter storm could bring snowfall, gusty winds to San Diego County mountain areas

SAN DIEGO - A winter storm could bring heavy snowfall and gusty winds to San Diego County mountain areas starting Tuesday night, which could impact travelers on Interstate 8 between Alpine and Imperial County, forecasters said today.

Snow could fall in the mountains beginning early Tuesday, when snow levels are expected to lower to altitudes of around 4,000 to 4,500 feet, according to the National Weather Service. The heaviest snowfall is expected Tuesday night and snow levels are expected to be around 2,000 to 2,500 feet through early Wednesday.

Up to eight inches of snow could accumulate in...