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Winter Storm Warning 6, NWS Elko, NV

May 15, 2017Elko County, White Pine County, Nevada

NWS Elko, NV issued this winter storm warning at May 15, 2017, 11:01 AM PDT for Elko County, White Pine County, Nevada. It took effect at May 16, 2017, 5:00 PM PDT. It was in force for 42 hr. 8 reports came from inside the area while it was in force.

The area

The counties it named, with what was reported inside it.

The facts

Issued
May 15, 2017, 11:01 AM PDT (18:01 UTC)
In effect from
May 16, 2017, 5:00 PM PDT
Expired
May 18, 2017, 11:00 AM PDT
In force
42 hr
Issued by
NWS Elko, NV

Counties Elko County, NV, White Pine County, NV

The radar

The Elko radar (KLRX), 150 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 18:03 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

Open the radar archive at this moment

The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.

What was reported inside it

TimeReportWhereRemark
May 18, 11:00 AM PDTHEAVY SNOW 121 Wsw Jarbidge, NVREPORTED AT NF-062, S OF JARBIDGE, NV PINE CREEK CAMPGROUND.
May 18, 11:00 AM PDTHEAVY SNOW 136 W Tuscarora, NVMESONET STATION TJMN2, TOE JAM SNOTEL.
May 18, 11:00 AM PDTHEAVY SNOW 146 Nnw Ruby Lake, NVMESONET STATION COLN2, CORRAL CANYON 8500 FEET.
May 18, 11:00 AM PDTHEAVY SNOW 158 Ese Jiggs, NVMESONET STATION GRMN2, GREEN MOUNTAIN SNOTEL.
May 18, 11:00 AM PDTHEAVY SNOW 1620 Ne Tuscarora, NVMESONET STATION JCUN2, JACK CREEK UPPER SNOTEL.
May 18, 11:00 AM PDTHEAVY SNOW 164 Ssw Jarbidge, NVMESONET STATION BERN2, BEAR CREEK SNOTEL.
May 18, 11:00 AM PDTHEAVY SNOW 1918 Ne Tuscarora, NVMESONET STATION JAPN2, JACKS PEAK SNOTEL.
May 18, 11:00 AM PDTHEAVY SNOW 226 Sw Ruby Valley, NVMESONET STATION ROBN2, ROBINSON LAKE SNOTEL.

Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.

The nearest sounding before it

Elko, NV (KLKN), launched 12:00Z, 6.0 hours before the alert went out and 101 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Elko, NV at 12:00Z on 2017-05-15Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km-30°-20°-10°0°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Elko, NV at 12:00Z on 2017-05-15The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 51 square meters per square second.1939587897117Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
0 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
No buoyant parcel
Mixed-layer LCL
1159 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
65 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
51 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
292 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
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The text

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226 
WWUS45 KLKN 151801
WSWLKN

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Elko NV
1101 AM PDT Mon May 15 2017

NVZ031-160615-
/O.UPG.KLKN.WS.A.0005.170517T0300Z-170518T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.170517T0300Z-170518T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KLKN.WS.W.0006.170517T0300Z-170518T1800Z/
Northern Elko County-
1101 AM PDT Mon May 15 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM TUESDAY TO 11 AM PDT
THURSDAY ABOVE 6000 FEET...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM TUESDAY TO 11 AM
PDT THURSDAY BELOW 6000 FEET...

The National Weather Service in Elko has issued a Winter Storm
Warning ABOVE 6000 FEET for heavy snow and blowing snow...which 
is in effect from 8 PM Tuesday to 11 AM PDT Thursday. A Winter 
Weather Advisory for light to moderate snow has been issued for 
elevations BELOW 6000 FEET. The advisory is in effect from 8 PM 
Tuesday to 11 AM PDT Thursday.

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...4 to 8 inches of snow with locally higher
  amounts possible for elevations above 6000 FT and northwest
  facing slopes. 1 to 4 inches will be possible for elevations
  below 6000 FT. Mountains will see 12 to 18 inches with locally
  higher amounts.
 
* TIMING... Rain will rapidly change to snow by Tuesday evening 
  and become heavy at times through Thursday morning. The 
  heaviest snow will fall from late Tuesday night through 
  Wednesday morning and again late Wednesday night through 
  early Thursday morning.

* WINDS...West to northwest winds of 15 to 25 MPH, gusting to 
  35 MPH. Locally higher gusts will be possible across summits 
  and passes.

* IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is expected. Heavy
  snow and strong winds could make travel difficult across US
  Highway 93, State Route 225 and 226, and any county roads.
  Passes such as: Chicken Creek Summit, O'Neil, and HD Summit 
  could also experience difficult travel. Travel into the 
  mountains or backcountry recreation is not recommended.

* For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit 
  http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS.

A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow are 
expected or occurring. Strong winds are also possible. This will 
make travel very hazardous or impossible. For the latest road 
conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com. 

A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are
expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.  

&&

$$

NVZ034-160615-
/O.UPG.KLKN.WS.A.0005.170517T0000Z-170518T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KLKN.WS.W.0006.170517T0000Z-170518T1800Z/
Ruby Mountains/East Humboldt Range-
1101 AM PDT Mon May 15 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM TUESDAY TO 11 AM PDT
THURSDAY...

The National Weather Service in Elko has issued a Winter Storm
Warning for Heavy Snow...which is in effect from 5 PM Tuesday to 
11 AM PDT Thursday.

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...1 to 2 feet of snow with higher amounts 
  possible on the highest peaks. 

* TIMING...Snow will begin by late Tuesday afternoon or early 
  evening and become heavy at times through Thursday morning. 
  A brief break may occur Wednesday morning or early afternoon.

* WINDS...West to northwest winds around 20 to 30 MPH, gusting to
  near 60 MPH at times. Strongest winds will occur late Tuesday 
  afternoon through Wednesday morning. Lesser winds of 15 to 25 
  MPH, gusting to 45 MPH will be possible from Wednesday afternoon
  through Thursday.

* IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is expected. Heavy
  snow and strong winds will make travel difficult across 
  Harrison and Secret Pass. Travel into the mountains or 
  backcountry recreation is not recommended.

* For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit 
  http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow are 
expected or occurring. Strong winds are also possible. This will 
make travel very hazardous or impossible. For the latest road 
conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com. 

&&

$$

NVZ038-039-160615-
/O.NEW.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.170517T0600Z-170518T1800Z/
Southwestern Elko County-South Central Elko County-
1101 AM PDT Mon May 15 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM TUESDAY TO 11 AM
PDT THURSDAY...

The National Weather Service in Elko has issued a Winter Weather
Advisory for Snow...which is in effect from 11 PM Tuesday to 11 
AM PDT Thursday.

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...1 to 3 inches for the Elko area. Locations
  closer to the Ruby Mtns such as: Spring Creek, Lamoille, Lee,
  Jiggs, and Starr Valley could see 3 to 7 inches with locally
  higher amounts for elevations near 6000ft and favored northwest
  slopes. This is a highly elevation dependent storm. Snow amounts
  could change drastically over short distances and elevation.
  
 
* TIMING...Rain will change to snow by Tuesday night and continue
  off and on through Thursday morning. The heaviest snow will
  occur Wednesday morning and late Wednesday night through early
  Thursday morning. Roadways should remain wet during the day due
  to high sun angle, but could easily become slushy or snow  
  covered during the early morning hours. 

* WINDS...West to northwest winds of 10 to 20 MPH, gusting to 35
  MPH at times, especially late Tuesday night and early Wednesday
  morning. 

* IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is expected. Snow
  and gusty winds could make travel difficult along area roadways
  and especially Lamoille and Adobe Summit. Travel into the 
  mountains or backcountry recreation is not recommended.

* For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit 
  http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are
expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the
latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com. 

&&

$$

NVZ033-160615-
/O.NEW.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.170517T1000Z-170518T1800Z/
Southeastern Elko County-
1101 AM PDT Mon May 15 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM WEDNESDAY TO 11 AM
PDT THURSDAY ABOVE 5000 FEET...

The National Weather Service in Elko has issued a Winter Weather
Advisory ABOVE 5000 FEET for Snow...which is in effect from 3 AM 
Wednesday to 11 AM PDT Thursday.

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...2 to 6 inches of snow above 5000 FT. 
  Elevations below 5000 FT could see a dusting to 1 inch. The 
  mountains could see 6 to 12 inches. 

* TIMING...Rain will change to snow very late Tuesday night or
  early Wednesday morning. The heaviest snow will occur early 
  Wednesday morning and again late Wednesday night through 
  Thursday morning. 

* WINDS...West to northwest winds of 15 to 25 MPH, gusting to 35 
  MPH at times, especially late Tuesday night and early Wednesday 
  morning. 

* IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is expected. Snow
  and gusty winds could make travel difficult along area roadways
  and especially Silver Zone Pass. Travel into the mountains or 
  backcountry recreation is not recommended.

* For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit 
  http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are
expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the
latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com. 

&&

$$

94
6 follow-up statements
109 
WWUS45 KLKN 152218
WSWLKN

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Elko NV
318 PM PDT Mon May 15 2017

NVZ031-161030-
/O.CON.KLKN.WS.W.0006.170517T0300Z-170518T1800Z/
/O.CON.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.170517T0300Z-170518T1800Z/
Northern Elko County-
318 PM PDT Mon May 15 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM TUESDAY TO
11 AM PDT THURSDAY ABOVE 6000 FEET...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM TUESDAY TO
11 AM PDT THURSDAY BELOW 6000 FEET...

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...4 to 8 inches of snow with locally higher
  amounts possible for elevations above 6000 FT and northwest
  facing slopes. 1 to 4 inches will be possible for elevations
  below 6000 FT. Mountains will see 12 to 18 inches with locally
  higher amounts in the Jarbidge Mountains. 

* TIMING... Rain will rapidly change to snow by Tuesday evening 
  and become heavy at times through Thursday morning. The 
  heaviest snow will fall from late Tuesday night through 
  Wednesday morning and again late Wednesday night through 
  early Thursday morning.

* WINDS...West to northwest winds of 20 to 30 MPH, gusting to 45
  MPH. Locally higher gusts will be possible across summits and
  passes. The strongest winds will occur Tuesday evening and 
  again on Wednesday afternoon, before tapering off near sunset 
  Wednesday. 

* IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is expected.
  Heavy snow and strong winds could make travel difficult 
  across US Highway 93, State Route 225 and 226, and any 
  county roads. Passes such as: Chicken Creek Summit, O'Neil, 
  and HD Summit could also experience difficult travel. Travel 
  into the mountains or backcountry recreation is not 
  recommended.

* For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit 
  http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS.

A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow are
expected or occurring. Strong winds are also possible. This will
make travel very hazardous or impossible. For the latest road
conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com.

A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are
expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

&&

$$

NVZ034-161030-
/O.CON.KLKN.WS.W.0006.170517T0000Z-170518T1800Z/
Ruby Mountains/East Humboldt Range-
318 PM PDT Mon May 15 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM TUESDAY TO
11 AM PDT THURSDAY...

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...1 to 2 feet of snow with higher amounts 
  possible on the highest peaks. 

* TIMING...Snow will begin by late Tuesday afternoon or early 
  evening and become heavy at times through Thursday morning. 
  A brief break may occur Wednesday morning or early afternoon.

* WINDS...West to northwest winds around 25 to 35 MPH, gusting to
  near 60 MPH at times. Strongest winds will occur late Tuesday
  afternoon through Wednesday evening. 

* IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is expected.
  Heavy snow and strong winds will make travel difficult 
  across Harrison and Secret Pass. Travel into the mountains 
  or backcountry recreation is not recommended.

* For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit 
  http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow are
expected or occurring. Strong winds are also possible. This will
make travel very hazardous or impossible. For the latest road
conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com.

&&

$$

NVZ038-039-161030-
/O.CON.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.170517T0600Z-170518T1800Z/
Southwestern Elko County-South Central Elko County-
318 PM PDT Mon May 15 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM TUESDAY
TO 11 AM PDT THURSDAY...

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...1 to 3 inches for the Elko area. 
  Locations closer to the Ruby Mtns such as: Spring Creek, 
  Lamoille, Lee, Jiggs, and Starr Valley could see 3 to 7 inches 
  with locally higher amounts for elevations near 6000ft and 
  favored northwest slopes. This is a highly elevation dependent 
  storm. Snow amounts could change drastically over short 
  distances and elevation. 

* TIMING...Rain will change to snow by Tuesday night and 
  continue off and on through Thursday morning. The heaviest 
  snow will occur Wednesday morning and late Wednesday night 
  through early Thursday morning. Roadways should remain wet 
  during the day due to high sun angle, but could easily 
  become slushy or snow covered during the early morning hours.

* WINDS...West to northwest winds of 15 to 25 MPH, gusting to 35
  MPH at times, especially late Tuesday night and early Wednesday
  morning. Strong downslope winds may develop late Tuesday
  afternoon through Wednesday afternoon. Winds could gust in
  excess of 55 MPH in Ruby Valley and Clover Valley. 

* IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is expected. 
  Snow and gusty winds could make travel difficult along area 
  roadways and especially Lamoille and Adobe Summit. Travel 
  into the mountains or backcountry recreation is not 
  recommended.

* For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit 
  http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are
expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the
latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com.

&&

$$

NVZ033-161030-
/O.CON.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.170517T1000Z-170518T1800Z/
Southeastern Elko County-
318 PM PDT Mon May 15 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM WEDNESDAY
TO 11 AM PDT THURSDAY ABOVE 5000 FEET...

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...2 to 6 inches of snow above 5000 FT. 
  Elevations below 5000 FT could see a dusting to 1 inch. The 
  mountains could see 6 to 12 inches. 

* TIMING...Rain will change to snow very late Tuesday night or 
  early Wednesday morning. The heaviest snow will occur early 
  Wednesday morning and again late Wednesday night through 
  Thursday morning.

* WINDS...West to northwest winds of 20 to 30 MPH, gusting to 55
  MPH at times, especially late Tuesday night and Wednesday 
  morning. 

* IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is expected. 
  snow and gusty winds could make travel difficult along area 
  roadways and especially Silver Zone Pass. Travel into the 
  mountains or backcountry recreation is not recommended.

* For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit 
  http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are
expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the
latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com.

&&

$$

94
507 
WWUS45 KLKN 160956
WSWLKN

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Elko NV
256 AM PDT Tue May 16 2017

NVZ031-162200-
/O.CON.KLKN.WS.W.0006.170517T0300Z-170518T1800Z/
/O.CON.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.170517T0300Z-170518T1800Z/
Northern Elko County-
256 AM PDT Tue May 16 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING
TO 11 AM PDT THURSDAY ABOVE 6000 FEET...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS
EVENING TO 11 AM PDT THURSDAY BELOW 6000 FEET...

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...4 to 8 inches of snow with locally higher 
  amounts possible for elevations above 6000 FT and northwest 
  facing slopes. 1 to 4 inches will be possible for elevations 
  below 6000 FT. Mountains will see 12 to 18 inches with locally 
  higher amounts in the Jarbidge Mountains. 

* TIMING... Rain will rapidly change to snow by Tuesday evening 
  and become heavy at times through Thursday morning. The 
  heaviest snow will fall from late Tuesday night through 
  Wednesday morning and again late Wednesday night through 
  early Thursday morning.

* WINDS...West to northwest winds of 20 to 30 MPH, gusting to 
  45 MPH. Locally higher gusts will be possible across summits 
  and passes. The strongest winds will occur Tuesday evening 
  and again on Wednesday afternoon, before tapering off near 
  sunset Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is expected. 
  Heavy snow and strong winds could make travel difficult 
  across US Highway 93, State Route 225 and 226, and any 
  county roads. Passes such as: Chicken Creek Summit, O'Neil, 
  and HD Summit could also experience difficult travel. Travel 
  into the mountains or backcountry recreation is not 
  recommended. 

* For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit 
  http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS.

A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow are
expected or occurring. Strong winds are also possible. This will
make travel very hazardous or impossible. For the latest road
conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com.

A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are
expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

&&

$$

NVZ034-162200-
/O.CON.KLKN.WS.W.0006.170517T0000Z-170518T1800Z/
Ruby Mountains/East Humboldt Range-
256 AM PDT Tue May 16 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO 11 AM PDT THURSDAY...

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...1 to 2 feet of snow with higher amounts 
  possible on the highest peaks. 

* TIMING...Snow will begin by late Tuesday afternoon or early 
  evening and become heavy at times through Thursday morning. 
  A brief break may occur Wednesday morning or early afternoon.

* WINDS...West to northwest winds around 25 to 35 MPH, gusting 
  to near 60 MPH at times. Strongest winds will occur late 
  Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday evening.

* IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is expected. 
  Heavy snow and strong winds will make travel difficult 
  across Harrison and Secret Pass. Travel into the mountains 
  or backcountry recreation is not recommended.

* For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit 
  http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow are
expected or occurring. Strong winds are also possible. This will
make travel very hazardous or impossible. For the latest road
conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com.

&&

$$

NVZ033-162200-
/O.EXT.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.170517T1500Z-170518T1800Z/
Southeastern Elko County-
256 AM PDT Tue May 16 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM WEDNESDAY TO
11 AM PDT THURSDAY ABOVE 5000 FEET...

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...2 to 6 inches of snow above 5000 FT. 
  Elevations below 5000 FT could see a dusting to 1 inch. The 
  mountains could see 6 to 12 inches. 

* TIMING...Rain will change to snow very late Tuesday night or 
  early Wednesday morning. The heaviest snow will occur early 
  Wednesday morning and again late Wednesday night through 
  Thursday morning.

* WINDS...West to northwest winds of 20 to 30 MPH, gusting to 
  55 MPH at times, especially late Tuesday night and Wednesday 
  morning.

* IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is expected. 
  snow and gusty winds could make travel difficult along area 
  roadways and especially Silver Zone Pass. Travel into the 
  mountains or backcountry recreation is not recommended.

* For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit 
  http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are
expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the
latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com.

&&

$$

NVZ038-039-162200-
/O.CON.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.170517T0600Z-170518T1800Z/
Southwestern Elko County-South Central Elko County-
256 AM PDT Tue May 16 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS
EVENING TO 11 AM PDT THURSDAY...

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...1 to 3 inches for the Elko area. 
  Locations closer to the Ruby Mtns such as: Spring Creek, 
  Lamoille, Lee, Jiggs, and Starr Valley could see 3 to 7 inches 
  with locally higher amounts for elevations near 6000ft and 
  favored northwest slopes. This is a highly elevation dependent 
  storm. Snow amounts could change drastically over short 
  distances and elevation. 

* TIMING...Rain will change to snow by Tuesday night and 
  continue off and on through Thursday morning. The heaviest 
  snow will occur Wednesday morning and late Wednesday night 
  through early Thursday morning. Roadways should remain wet 
  during the day due to high sun angle, but could easily 
  become slushy or snow covered during the early morning hours.

* WINDS...West to northwest winds of 20 to 30 MPH, gusting to 45
  MPH at times, especially late Tuesday night and early Wednesday
  morning. Winds will then decrease to 15 to 25 mph with gusts to
  35 mph Wednesday morning. Strong downslope winds may develop 
  late Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday afternoon. Winds could 
  gust in excess of 55 MPH in Ruby Valley and Clover Valley.

* IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is expected. 
  Snow and gusty winds could make travel difficult along area 
  roadways and especially Lamoille and Adobe Summit. Travel 
  into the mountains or backcountry recreation is not 
  recommended. 

* For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit 
  http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are
expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the
latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com.

&&

$$
951 
WWUS45 KLKN 162111
WSWLKN

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Elko NV
211 PM PDT Tue May 16 2017

NVZ031-170915-
/O.CON.KLKN.WS.W.0006.170517T0300Z-170518T1800Z/
/O.CON.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.170517T0300Z-170518T1800Z/
Northern Elko County-
211 PM PDT Tue May 16 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING
TO 11 AM PDT THURSDAY ABOVE 6000 FEET...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS
EVENING TO 11 AM PDT THURSDAY BELOW 6000 FEET...

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...4 to 8 inches of snow with locally higher 
  amounts possible for elevations above 6000 FT and northwest 
  facing slopes. 1 to 4 inches will be possible for elevations 
  below 6000 FT. Mountains will see 12 to 18 inches with locally 
  higher amounts in the Jarbidge Mountains. 

* TIMING... Rain will rapidly change to snow by Tuesday evening 
  and become heavy at times through Thursday morning. The 
  heaviest snow will fall from late Tuesday night through 
  Wednesday morning and again late Wednesday night through 
  early Thursday morning.

* WINDS...West to northwest winds of 20 to 30 MPH, gusting to 
  45 MPH. Locally higher gusts will be possible across summits 
  and passes. The strongest winds will occur Tuesday evening 
  and again on Wednesday afternoon, before tapering off near 
  sunset Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is expected. 
  Heavy snow and strong winds could make travel difficult 
  across US Highway 93, State Route 225 and 226, and any 
  county roads. Passes such as: Chicken Creek Summit, O'Neil, 
  and HD Summit could also experience difficult travel. Travel 
  into the mountains or backcountry recreation is not 
  recommended. 

* For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit 
  http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS.

A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow are
expected or occurring. Strong winds are also possible. This will
make travel very hazardous or impossible. For the latest road
conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com.

A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are
expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

&&

$$

NVZ034-170915-
/O.CON.KLKN.WS.W.0006.170517T0000Z-170518T1800Z/
Ruby Mountains/East Humboldt Range-
211 PM PDT Tue May 16 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT
THURSDAY...

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...1 to 2 feet of snow with higher amounts 
  possible on the highest peaks. 

* TIMING...Snow will begin by late Tuesday afternoon or early 
  evening and become heavy at times through Thursday morning. 
  A brief break may occur Wednesday morning or early afternoon.

* WINDS...West to northwest winds around 25 to 35 MPH, gusting 
  to near 60 MPH at times. Strongest winds will occur late 
  Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday evening.

* IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is expected. 
  Heavy snow and strong winds will make travel difficult 
  across Harrison and Secret Pass. Travel into the mountains 
  or backcountry recreation is not recommended.

* For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit 
  http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow are
expected or occurring. Strong winds are also possible. This will
make travel very hazardous or impossible. For the latest road
conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com.

&&

$$

NVZ038-039-170915-
/O.CON.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.170517T0600Z-170518T1800Z/
Southwestern Elko County-South Central Elko County-
211 PM PDT Tue May 16 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS
EVENING TO 11 AM PDT THURSDAY...

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...A trace to 3 inches for the Elko area with
  highest amounts near the Elko Hills and Adobe Range. Locations
  closer to the Ruby Mtns such as: Spring Creek, Lamoille, Lee, 
  Jiggs, and Starr Valley could see 3 to 7 inches with locally 
  higher amounts for elevations near 6000ft and favored northwest 
  slopes. This is a highly elevation dependent storm. Snow amounts
  could change drastically over short distances and elevation. 

* TIMING...Rain will change to snow by Tuesday night and 
  continue off and on through Thursday morning. The heaviest 
  snow will occur Wednesday morning and late Wednesday night 
  through early Thursday morning. Roadways should remain wet 
  during the day due to high sun angle, but could easily 
  become slushy or snow covered during the early morning hours.

* WINDS...West to northwest winds of 20 to 30 MPH, gusting to 
  45 MPH at times, especially late Tuesday night and early 
  Wednesday morning. Winds will then decrease to 15 to 25 mph 
  with gusts to 35 mph Wednesday morning. Strong downslope 
  winds may develop late Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday 
  afternoon. Winds could gust in excess of 55 MPH in Ruby 
  Valley and Clover Valley.

* IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is expected. 
  Snow and gusty winds could make travel difficult along area 
  roadways and especially Lamoille and Adobe Summit. Travel 
  into the mountains or backcountry recreation is not 
  recommended. 

* For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit 
  http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are
expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the
latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com.

&&

$$

NVZ033-170915-
/O.CON.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.170517T1500Z-170518T1800Z/
Southeastern Elko County-
211 PM PDT Tue May 16 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM WEDNESDAY
TO 11 AM PDT THURSDAY ABOVE 5000 FEET...

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...2 to 6 inches of snow above 5000 FT. 
  Elevations below 5000 FT could see a dusting to 1 inch. The 
  mountains could see 6 to 12 inches. 

* TIMING...Rain will change to snow very late Tuesday night or 
  early Wednesday morning. The heaviest snow will occur early 
  Wednesday morning and again late Wednesday night through 
  Thursday morning.

* WINDS...West to northwest winds of 20 to 30 MPH, gusting to 
  55 MPH at times, especially late Tuesday night and Wednesday 
  morning.

* IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is expected. 
  snow and gusty winds could make travel difficult along area 
  roadways and especially Silver Zone Pass. Travel into the 
  mountains or backcountry recreation is not recommended.

* For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit 
  http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are
expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the
latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com.

&&

$$
698 
WWUS45 KLKN 171235
WSWLKN

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Elko NV
535 AM PDT Wed May 17 2017

NVZ031-180045-
/O.CON.KLKN.WS.W.0006.000000T0000Z-170518T1800Z/
/O.CON.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-170518T1800Z/
Northern Elko County-
535 AM PDT Wed May 17 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT
THURSDAY ABOVE 6000 FEET...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT
THURSDAY BELOW 6000 FEET...

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...4 to 8 inches of snow with locally higher 
  amounts possible for elevations above 6000 FT and northwest 
  facing slopes. 1 to 4 inches will be possible for elevations 
  below 6000 FT. Mountains will see 12 to 18 inches with locally 
  higher amounts in the Jarbidge Mountains. 

* TIMING...Periods of snow showers...heavy at times...are expected
  through Thursday morning. The heaviest of the remaining snow
  will fall late tonight through early Thursday morning.

* WINDS...West to northwest winds of 20 to 30 MPH, gusting to 45
  MPH. Locally higher gusts will be possible across summits and
  passes. The strongest winds will occur this afternoon, before
  tapering off near sunset.

* IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is ongoing.
  Moderate to heavy snow and gusty winds could make travel 
  difficult across US Highway 93, State Route 225 and 226, and any
  county roads. Passes such as: Chicken Creek Summit, O'Neil, and
  HD Summit could also experience difficult travel. Travel into 
  the mountains or backcountry recreation is not recommended. 

* For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit 
  http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS.

A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow are
expected or occurring. Strong winds are also possible. This will
make travel very hazardous or impossible. For the latest road
conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com.

A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are
expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

&&

$$

NVZ034-180045-
/O.CON.KLKN.WS.W.0006.000000T0000Z-170518T1800Z/
Ruby Mountains/East Humboldt Range-
535 AM PDT Wed May 17 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT
THURSDAY...

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...1 to 2 feet of snow with higher amounts 
  possible on the highest peaks. 

* TIMING...After a brief break in the snow this morning...periods
  of snow...possibly heavy at times...are expected through
  Thursday morning. 

* WINDS...West to northwest winds around 25 to 35 MPH, gusting to
  near 45 MPH at times. Strongest winds will occur this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is ongoing.
  Moderate to heavy snow and gusty winds will make travel 
  difficult across Harrison and Secret Pass. Travel into the 
  mountains or backcountry recreation is not recommended.

* For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit 
  http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow are
expected or occurring. Strong winds are also possible. This will
make travel very hazardous or impossible. For the latest road
conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com.

&&

$$

NVZ038-039-180045-
/O.CON.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-170518T1800Z/
Southwestern Elko County-South Central Elko County-
535 AM PDT Wed May 17 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT
THURSDAY...

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...A trace to 2 inch for the Elko area with
  highest amounts near the Adobe Range. Locations closer to the
  Ruby Mtns such as: Spring Creek, Lamoille, Lee, Jiggs, and Starr
  Valley could see 2 to 5 inches with locally higher amounts for
  elevations near 6000 ft and favored northwest slopes. This is a
  highly elevation dependent storm. Snow amounts could change 
  drastically over short distances and elevation. 

* TIMING...After a break in the snow this morning, more snow
  showers are expected later this afternoon through Thursday
  morning. 

* WINDS...Gusty westerly winds of 15 to 25 mph are expected most
  of this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is ongoing. Snow 
  and gusty winds could make travel difficult along area roadways 
  and especially Lamoille and Adobe Summit. Travel into the 
  mountains or backcountry recreation is not recommended. 

* For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit 
  http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are
expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the
latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com.

&&

$$

NVZ033-180045-
/O.CON.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.170517T1500Z-170518T1800Z/
Southeastern Elko County-
535 AM PDT Wed May 17 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT
THURSDAY ABOVE 5000 FEET...

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...1 to 3 inches of snow above 5000 FT.
  Elevations below 5000 FT could see a dusting to 1 inch. The
  mountains could see 5 to 10 inches. 

* TIMING...After a break in snow showers this morning, periods of
  snow are expected this afternoon through Thursday morning.

* WINDS...West to northwest winds of 15 to 25 MPH, gusting to 35
  MPH at times.

* IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is ongoing. snow 
  and gusty winds could make travel difficult along area roadways 
  and especially Silver Zone Pass. Travel into the mountains or 
  backcountry recreation is not recommended.

* For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit 
  http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are
expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the
latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com.

&&

$$

JR
868 
WWUS45 KLKN 172110
WSWLKN

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Elko NV
210 PM PDT Wed May 17 2017

NVZ031-180915-
/O.CON.KLKN.WS.W.0006.000000T0000Z-170518T1800Z/
/O.CON.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-170518T1800Z/
Northern Elko County-
210 PM PDT Wed May 17 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT
THURSDAY ABOVE 6000 FEET...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT
THURSDAY BELOW 6000 FEET...

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...4 to 8 inches of snow with locally higher 
  amounts possible for elevations above 6000 FT and northwest 
  facing slopes. 1 to 4 inches will be possible for elevations 
  below 6000 FT. Mountains will see 12 to 18 inches with locally 
  higher amounts in the Jarbidge Mountains. 

* TIMING...Periods of snow showers...heavy at times...are
  expected through Thursday morning. The heaviest of the 
  remaining snow will fall late tonight through early Thursday 
  morning.

* WINDS...West to northwest winds of 20 to 30 MPH, gusting to 
  45 MPH. Locally higher gusts will be possible across summits 
  and passes. The strongest winds will occur this afternoon, 
  before tapering off near sunset.

* IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is ongoing. 
  Moderate to heavy snow and gusty winds could make travel 
  difficult across US Highway 93, State Route 225 and 226, and 
  any county roads. Passes such as: Chicken Creek Summit, 
  O'Neil, and HD Summit could also experience difficult 
  travel. Travel into the mountains or backcountry recreation 
  is not recommended.

* For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit 
  http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS.

A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow are
expected or occurring. Strong winds are also possible. This will
make travel very hazardous or impossible. For the latest road
conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com.

A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are
expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

&&

$$

NVZ034-180915-
/O.CON.KLKN.WS.W.0006.000000T0000Z-170518T1800Z/
Ruby Mountains/East Humboldt Range-
210 PM PDT Wed May 17 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT
THURSDAY...

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...1 to 2 feet of snow with higher amounts 
  possible on the highest peaks. 

* TIMING...After a brief break in the snow this morning...
  periods of snow...possibly heavy at times...are expected 
  through Thursday morning.

* WINDS...West to northwest winds around 25 to 35 MPH, gusting 
  to near 45 MPH at times. Strongest winds will occur this 
  afternoon.

* IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is ongoing. 
  Moderate to heavy snow and gusty winds will make travel 
  difficult across Harrison and Secret Pass. Travel into the 
  mountains or backcountry recreation is not recommended.

* For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit 
  http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow are
expected or occurring. Strong winds are also possible. This will
make travel very hazardous or impossible. For the latest road
conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com.

&&

$$

NVZ038-039-180915-
/O.CON.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-170518T1800Z/
Southwestern Elko County-South Central Elko County-
210 PM PDT Wed May 17 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT
THURSDAY...

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...A trace to 2 inches for the Elko area with
  highest amounts near the Adobe Range and Elko Hills. Locations
  closer to the Ruby Mountains such as: Spring Creek, Lamoille, 
  Lee, Jiggs, and Starr Valley could see 2 to 5 inches with 
  locally higher amounts for elevations near 6000 ft and favored 
  northwest slopes. This is a highly elevation dependent storm. 
  Snow amounts could change drastically over short distances and 
  elevation. 

* TIMING...Showers are expected to increase through this afternoon
  into Thursday morning.

* WINDS...Gusty westerly winds of 15 to 25 mph are expected 
  most of this afternoon. 

* IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is ongoing. 
  Snow and gusty winds could make travel difficult along area 
  roadways and especially Lamoille and Adobe Summit. Travel 
  into the mountains or backcountry recreation is not 
  recommended.

* For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit 
  http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are
expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the
latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com.

&&

$$

NVZ033-180915-
/O.CON.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-170518T1800Z/
Southeastern Elko County-
210 PM PDT Wed May 17 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT
THURSDAY ABOVE 5000 FEET...

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...1 to 3 inches of snow above 5000 FT. 
  Elevations below 5000 FT could see a dusting to 1 inch. The 
  mountains could see 5 to 10 inches. 

* TIMING...Showers will increase through this evening and taper
  off overnight.  

* WINDS...West to northwest winds of 15 to 25 MPH, gusting to 
  35 MPH at times. 

* IMPACTS...A late season significant snowstorm is ongoing. 
  snow and gusty winds could make travel difficult along area 
  roadways and especially Silver Zone Pass. Travel into the 
  mountains or backcountry recreation is not recommended.

* For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit 
  http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are
expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the
latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com.

&&

$$
094 
WWUS45 KLKN 180957
WSWLKN

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Elko NV
257 AM PDT Thu May 18 2017

NVZ031-181800-
/O.CON.KLKN.WS.W.0006.000000T0000Z-170518T1800Z/
/O.CON.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-170518T1800Z/
Northern Elko County-
257 AM PDT Thu May 18 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT THIS
MORNING ABOVE 6000 FEET...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT THIS
MORNING BELOW 6000 FEET...

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...An additional 1-3 inches of snow with
  locally higher amounts possible for elevations above 6000 FT and
  northwest facing slopes this morning. An additional trace up to
  2 inches of snow for elevations below 6000 FT.  

* TIMING...Snow showers will be light to moderate early this
  morning then taper off in most areas by late this morning. 
 
* IMPACTS...A little more snowfall this morning in combination
  with recent moderate to locally high amounts of snow will
  continue to make travel challenging today. 

* For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit 
  http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS.

A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow are
expected or occurring. This will make travel very hazardous or 
impossible. For the latest road conditions call 511 or visit 
http://www.nvroads.com.

A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are
expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

&&

$$

NVZ034-181800-
/O.CON.KLKN.WS.W.0006.000000T0000Z-170518T1800Z/
Ruby Mountains/East Humboldt Range-
257 AM PDT Thu May 18 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT THIS
MORNING...

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...An additional 1-3 inches of snow is
  expected this morning across the Ruby Mountains and East
  Humboldt Range. 

* TIMING...Snow showers early this morning will taper off later
  this morning in most areas. 
 
* IMPACTS...A little more snowfall this morning in combination
  with recent moderate to locally high amounts of snow will
  continue to make travel and recreation challenging today. 

* For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit 
  http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow are
expected or occurring. This will make travel very hazardous or 
impossible. For the latest road conditions call 511 or visit 
http://www.nvroads.com.

&&

$$

NVZ038-039-181800-
/O.CON.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-170518T1800Z/
Southwestern Elko County-South Central Elko County-
257 AM PDT Thu May 18 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT THIS
MORNING...

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...An additional trace up to 2 inches of snow
  is expected in most areas this morning. Lower elevations should
  not see any accumulation on roadways. 

* TIMING...Showers early this morning will taper off by the late
  morning hours in most locations.  
 
* IMPACTS...Some summits and higher elevation valley areas may
  have some snow accumulation already, with a little more snow
  expected this morning. 

* For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit 
  http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are
expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the
latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com.

&&

$$

NVZ033-181800-
/O.CON.KLKN.WW.Y.0019.000000T0000Z-170518T1800Z/
Southeastern Elko County-
257 AM PDT Thu May 18 2017

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT THIS
MORNING ABOVE 5000 FEET...

* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS...An additional trace up to 2 inches of new
  snow this morning above 5000 FT. Elevations below 5000 FT could
  see a dusting to 1 inch.  

* TIMING...Showers early this morning will taper off by the late
  morning hours in most locations. 

* IMPACTS...Some summits and higher elevation valley areas may
  have some snow accumulation already, with a little more snow
  expected this morning. 

* For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit 
  http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A winter weather advisory means that travel difficulties are
expected due to wintry conditions. Be prepared for slippery roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. For the
latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com.

&&

$$

JR

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this winter storm warning went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Elko, NV wrote its last area forecast discussion before this winter storm warning went out at May 15, 2:56 AM PDT, 8 hours 5 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, May 15, 2:56 AM PDT, 8 hours 5 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Elko NV
256 AM PDT Mon May 15 2017

.SYNOPSIS...The unsettled pattern will continue into the end of
the week. By midweek, cold air pushes in from the northwest and a
return to wintry conditions is likely.

&&

.SHORT TERM...Trough digging across southern California will
induce a surface low to develop across southern Nevada. A weak
cold front associated with this low will move across the CWA
during peak heating. Sufficient moisture and instability will
help initiate isolated/scattered showers and thunderstorms. Given
the CAPE values in the 200-500 J/KG range and modest flow, a
strong storm or two will be possible. Gusty winds and small hail
will be the main threat. The best chance for precip will be on a
line from TPH to Austin to Elko and NE through Jackpot/Jarbidge.

By Tuesday and Wednesday, the significant late seasons storm will
begin to impact the CWA from NW to SE. A strong cold front with
impressive isentropic lift ahead of the bndry will break out
widespread showers across the CWA Tue aftn/eve. An upper level
feature/cold front should help focus lines of showers and isolated
thunderstorms until the sfc front moves through later Tuesday
evening. Once the front moves through Tue eve, snow levels will
rapidly crash to the valley floors with accumulating snow
expected. Passes/summits and many valleys above 5500-6000ft will
see significant accumulation, therefore a Winter Storm Watch
remains in effect for the Ruby/East Humboldt Mtns and northern
Elko County.

For the Elko area expect rain to change to snow late Tuesday
night and continue off and on through Thursday early morning. 1 to
3 inches of snow is possible. For Spring Creek the same goes, but
snow amounts will be higher. Current thinking, with only low to
marginal confidence, is 3-5 inches of snow. The highest amounts
will be in the Pleasant Valley, Lamoille, Jiggs, Lee, areas and
for elevations generally above 5500ft.

Winds will be another concern. Even though the snow content will
be heavy and wet, there may be brief period late Tuesday night
into Wednesday morning for blowing and drifting snow across the
mtns and valleys in northern Elko. Passes/summits and higher
elevation roads could see difficult travel. However the high sun
angle will help mitigate this during the day. Any road impacts would
only be during the early morning hours on Wednesday morning and
perhaps Thursday morning.

.LONG TERM...Wednesday night through Sunday. The period begins
with cold upper low centered over northern UT with wrap around
precipitation across eastern NV. This upper low migrates very
slowly eastward so wrap around precipitation will continue through
Thursday then begin to taper off Thursday night before ending by
Friday. Valley across eastern NV could see an additional 1 to 3
inches of snow through Thursday morning before snow levelS rise
above valley floors by Thursday afternoon. Dry Friday and Saturday
as ridging builds across the region. A weak clipper short wave
dropping down from the north Sunday could produce some isolated
shower activity over northeastern Elko county. Temperatures
warming up into the mid 60s to the mid 70s over the weekend.

&&

.AVIATION...Isolated to scattered showers activity will develop
across eastern NV today with isolated afternoon and evening
thunderstorms. Mostly VFR conditions expected, but MVFR conditions
possible under heavier showers.

&&

.HYDROLOGY...A potent mid-week storm system will result in
significant amounts of valley rain and/or snow. This will be
watched closely as it could have impacts on water levels later
next week. Additional rises are likely on areas streams and rivers
by the end of next week.

Humboldt River - Battle Mountain: minor flooding with the river
level holding steady.

Humboldt River - Comus, near Winnemucca: Minor flooding continues
with the river slowly rising.

Mary's River - near Deeth. Minor flooding continues with the river
holding steady or falling slightly.

The following rivers and creeks are not in flood but are running
high.

Bruneau River - near Rowland: The river has fallen below flood
stage, but remains high. Additional rises are possible later next
week.

Humboldt River - Carlin: The river is holding steady or slightly
rising. The river will likely approach or exceed minor flood
stage into early next week.

Humboldt River - Palisade: The river is slowly rising.

Salmon falls creek - near Jackpot. The creek is holding steady.

Wildhorse Dam - at Wildhorse. Lake water level is at its highest
since 2011.

&&

.LKN WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
Winter Storm Watch from Tuesday evening through Thursday morning
for Northern Elko County.

Winter Storm Watch from Tuesday afternoon through Thursday
morning for Ruby Mountains/East Humboldt Range.

&&

89/91/91
Hazardous weather outlook, May 14, 4:05 PM PDT, 18 hours 56 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Elko NV
405 PM PDT Sun May 14 2017

NVZ030-033-035>041-152315-
Humboldt County-Southeastern Elko County-White Pine County-
Northern Lander County and Northern Eureka County-
Southern Lander County and Southern Eureka County-
Southwestern Elko County-South Central Elko County-
Northwestern Nye County-Northeastern Nye County-
405 PM PDT Sun May 14 2017

This hazardous weather outlook is for portions of Nevada...north
central Nevada...northeast Nevada...northwest Nevada and south
central Nevada.

.Day One...This Afternoon and Tonight.

No significant weather is expected at this time.

.Days Two through Seven...Monday through Saturday.

Monday. A weak cold front will move through the region bringing
showers and thunderstorms to much of the state, primarily east of
Humboldt county. Main concern will be brief heavy rainfall, small
hail and gusty thunderstorm outflow winds.

Tuesday through Thursday. A significant mid-Spring storm system
will impact the Great Basin for the middle part of this week.
Showers and thunderstorms will occur ahead of the main low
pressure system Tuesday before a strong cold front moves across
Nevada late Tuesday. The storm system is expected to track across
southern Idaho and far northeast Nevada Tuesday night and
Wednesday. Temperatures will fall Tuesday night into the 30s with
a wintry mix changing over to all snow by Wednesday morning across
northern Nevada. Snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches are possible
in valley locations mainly in southwestern and south-central Elko
county with higher amounts possible in Spring Creek and locations
along and near the Ruby Mountains. A Winter Storm Watch has been
issued for the Ruby and East Humboldt ranges, as well as northern
Elko County. Significant snowfall accumulations are expected in
these areas. Snow is expected to diminish very late Wednesday
night or Thursday morning. If precipitation continues into
Thursday afternoon, many locations would likely change back to
rain.

Travel concerns will arise late Tuesday night into Wednesday
across northern Nevada as colder air filters into the region and
snow begins to accumulate with temperatures Tuesday night
dropping to around freezing. However, above freezing temperatures
on Wednesday will inhibit snow accumulations on many road surfaces
but passes and summits such as Pequop and Emigrant on I-80 will
be of concern.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotters are asked to report weather phenomena according to
standard operating procedure.

The office that day

Everything else NWS Elko, NV issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
May 15, 11:01 AM PDTWinter Weather AdvisoryLKNElko72 hr
May 15, 3:07 PM PDTWind AdvisoryLKNElko, Humboldt41 hr

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Winter Storm Warnings in Nevada, 2017Every winter storm warning in 2017

Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; local storm reports from the same archive; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.