Let It Snow In Banning, Beaumont! Pass Area Residents Take A Snow Day

BANNING, CA — Banning, Beaumont and much of the Pass Area woke to a world of white Thursday. Snow levels dropped to just over 1,000 feet in much of Southern California as a cold weather system moved into the area, according to the National Weather Service.

Schools in the Yucaipa and Calimesa Unified School Districts had a rare "snow day," allowing families to take in the winter weather.

"Due to the weather conditions affecting certain parts of Yucaipa and Calimesa, all schools and district offices will be closed today, February 23rd. This closure includes the Sunshine Club, S.T.A.R.S., and other before or after-school activities," the district reported on its website.

All schools, district offices, and activities were expected to return to normal Friday unless families are otherwise notified by the Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified School District, they said.

As residents shared pictures of the snow-covered landscapes in Beaumont, Banning and Cherry Valley, resident Amber Alps sent these photos that showcase over an inch of the fluffy white stuff.

Banning resident "C. Cellie" shared this picture of snow in front of her home.

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