A​ cross-country storm will sweep from the West to the Midwest and South with a wide array of impactful weather into the weekend, including rain, snow, strong winds and a few severe thunderstorms. ​-The storm is contributing to areas of rain and snow across the West,

Calmer conditions have briefly returned this morning with not only the much calmer winds, but also with clearer skies and still dry air, allowing for a colder start for most with temperatures below the freezing mark for the northwestern majority of the region,

Several weather warnings, watches and advisories are issued for San Diego County this week.