Storm dumps rain, snow on county

SAN DIEGO (CNS) - A winter storm brought rain and snowfall to San Diego County Thursday, with another storm slated to hit the region early next week following a brief reprieve this weekend.

The National Weather Service issued a winter storm warning that will be in effect until 6 p.m. in the county mountains, which are expected to receive another two to five inches of snow, primarily in areas above 3,500 feet.

Snowy mountain conditions led authorities to shut down portions of Interstate 8 and state Route 79, but lanes were reopened just before noon.

Chain controls are in effect for two-wheel dr...