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High Wind Warning 6, NWS Reno, NV

March 29, 2017Mono County, California; Lyon County, Mineral County, Nevada

NWS Reno, NV issued this high wind warning at Mar 29, 2017, 2:46 AM PDT for Mono County, California; Lyon County, Mineral County, Nevada. It took effect at Mar 30, 2017, 8:00 AM PDT. It was in force for 12 hr. 2 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
Mar 29, 2017, 2:46 AM PDT (09:46 UTC)
In effect from
Mar 30, 2017, 8:00 AM PDT
Expired
Mar 30, 2017, 8:00 PM PDT
In force
12 hr
Issued by
NWS Reno, NV

Counties Mono County, CA, Lyon County, NV, Mineral County, NV

The radar

The Reno radar (KRGX), 150 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 09:46 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
Mar 30, 8:09 PM PDTNON-TSTM WND GST 474 Wnw Bridgeport, CAMEASURED AT THE BRIDGEPORT RAWS SENSOR.
Mar 30, 8:09 PM PDTNON-TSTM WND GST 664 E Mammoth Lakes, CAPEAK GUST MEASURED AT THE MAMMOTH-YOSEMITE AIRPORT.

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

The nearest sounding before it

Reno, NV (KREV), launched 00:00Z, 9.8 hours before the alert went out and 131 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, Reno, NV at 00:00Z on 2017-03-29Temperature 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°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Reno, NV at 00:00Z on 2017-03-29The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity -11 square meters per square second.1939587897Sfc1 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
2165 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
41 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
-11 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
61 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

622 
WWUS75 KREV 290946
NPWREV

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
246 AM PDT Wed Mar 29 2017

CAZ073-NVZ001-300000-
/O.UPG.KREV.HW.A.0005.170330T1600Z-170331T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KREV.HW.W.0006.170330T1500Z-170331T0300Z/
Mono County-Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties-
Including the cities of Bridgeport, Mammoth Lakes, Hawthorne, 
Yerington, and Smith Valley
246 AM PDT Wed Mar 29 2017

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 8 PM PDT THURSDAY...

The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a High Wind
Warning, which is in effect from 8 AM to 8 PM PDT Thursday. The
High Wind Watch is no longer in effect. 

* Timing: Winds will increase Thursday morning with the 
  strongest winds expected with the passage of a strong cold 
  front by early afternoon. 

* Winds: West 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph shifting 
  northwest by early afternoon behind the front. 

* Impacts: Crosswinds may result in travel impacts for high 
  profile vehicles and areas of wind shear for aviation. 
  Choppy waters can be expected on area lakes.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Now is the time secure loose outdoor items such as patio 
furniture and trash cans before winds increase which could blow 
these items away. The best thing to do is prepare ahead of time by
making sure you have extra food and water on hand, flashlights 
with spare batteries and/or candles in the event of a power 
outage.

&&

$$

CAZ072-NVZ002-300000-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0008.170330T1200Z-170331T0300Z/
Greater Lake Tahoe Area-
Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Stateline, 
and Incline Village
246 AM PDT Wed Mar 29 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 8 PM PDT
THURSDAY...

* Timing: Winds will increase through the day Thursday.

* Winds: West 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 45 mph shifting
  northwest by early afternoon behind a passing cold front. 

* Waves on Lake Tahoe: 2 to 4 feet. Highest waves on eastern 
  and southern shores. 

* Impacts: Crosswinds may result in travel impacts for high 
  profile vehicles and areas of wind shear for aviation. Small 
  boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to capsizing 
  and should remain off lake waters until conditions improve.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio
furniture and trash cans before winds increase which could blow 
these items away. The best thing to do is prepare ahead of time by
making sure you have extra food and water on hand, flashlights 
with spare batteries and/or candles in the event of a power 
outage.

&&

$$

NVZ003-300000-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0008.170330T1400Z-170331T0300Z/
Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area-
Including the cities of Sparks, Gardnerville, and Virginia City
246 AM PDT Wed Mar 29 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 8 PM PDT
THURSDAY...

* Timing: Winds will increase Thursday morning with the strongest
  winds expected with the passage of a strong cold front in the 
  morning.

* Winds: West 20 to 35 mph with gusts to 55 mph shifting 
  northwest by early afternoon behind the front. 

* Impacts: Strong crosswinds may produce travel restrictions 
  for high profile vehicles. Choppy conditions can be expected 
  on Washoe Lake. Areas of turbulence and wind shear will be 
  possible for those with aviation interests. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio
furniture and trash cans before winds increase which could blow 
these items away. The best thing to do is prepare ahead of time by
making sure you have extra food and water on hand, flashlights 
with spare batteries and/or candles in the event of a power 
outage.

&&

$$

CAZ070-NVZ004-005-300000-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0008.170330T1400Z-170331T0600Z/
Surprise Valley California-
Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake-
Northern Washoe County-
Including the cities of Cedarville, Fort Bidwell, Fernley, 
Fallon, Lovelock, Silver Springs, Empire, and Gerlach
246 AM PDT Wed Mar 29 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 11 PM PDT
THURSDAY...

* Timing: Winds will increase Thursday morning with the 
  strongest winds expected with the passage of a strong cold 
  front mid to late morning. 

* Winds: West 25 to 35 mph with gusts to 55 mph shifting 
  northwest by early afternoon behind the front. 

* Waves on Pyramid Lake: 2 to 4 feet. Highest waves on eastern
  and southern shores. 

* Impacts: Crosswinds may result in travel impacts for high 
  profile vehicles and areas of wind shear for aviation. Small 
  boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to capsizing 
  and should remain off lake waters until conditions improve.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio
furniture and trash cans before winds increase which could blow 
these items away. The best thing to do is prepare ahead of time by
making sure you have extra food and water on hand, flashlights 
with spare batteries and/or candles in the event of a power 
outage.

&&

$$

http://weather.gov/reno
4 follow-up statements
223 
WWUS75 KREV 292152
NPWREV

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
252 PM PDT Wed Mar 29 2017

CAZ073-NVZ001-301200-
/O.CON.KREV.HW.W.0006.170330T1500Z-170331T0300Z/
Mono County-Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties-
Including the cities of Bridgeport, Mammoth Lakes, Hawthorne, 
Yerington, and Smith Valley
252 PM PDT Wed Mar 29 2017

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 8 PM PDT
THURSDAY...

* Timing: Winds will increase Thursday morning with the 
  strongest winds expected with the passage of a strong cold 
  front by early afternoon. 

* Winds: West 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph in wind prone
  locations shifting northwest by early afternoon behind the front.

* Impacts: Crosswinds may result in travel impacts for high 
  profile vehicles and areas of wind shear for aviation. 
  Choppy waters can be expected on area lakes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Now is the time secure loose outdoor items such as patio
furniture and trash cans before winds increase which could blow
these items away. The best thing to do is prepare ahead of time
by making sure you have extra food and water on hand, flashlights
with spare batteries and/or candles in the event of a power
outage.

&&

$$

NVZ003-301200-
/O.EXT.KREV.WI.Y.0008.170330T1200Z-170331T0300Z/
Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area-
Including the cities of Sparks, Gardnerville, and Virginia City
252 PM PDT Wed Mar 29 2017

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 8 PM PDT THURSDAY...

The Wind Advisory is now in effect from 5 AM to 8 PM PDT
Thursday. 

* Timing: Winds will increase Thursday morning with the strongest
  winds expected with the passage of a strong cold front Thursday
  morning.

* Winds: West 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph shifting 
  northwest by early afternoon behind the front.

* Impacts: Strong crosswinds may produce travel restrictions 
  for high profile vehicles. Choppy conditions can be expected 
  on Washoe Lake. Areas of turbulence and wind shear will be 
  possible for those with aviation interests.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio
furniture and trash cans before winds increase which could blow
these items away. The best thing to do is prepare ahead of time
by making sure you have extra food and water on hand, flashlights
with spare batteries and/or candles in the event of a power
outage.

&&

$$

CAZ070-NVZ004-005-301200-
/O.EXT.KREV.WI.Y.0008.170330T1200Z-170331T0600Z/
Surprise Valley California-
Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake-
Northern Washoe County-
Including the cities of Cedarville, Fort Bidwell, Fernley, 
Fallon, Lovelock, Silver Springs, Empire, and Gerlach
252 PM PDT Wed Mar 29 2017

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 11 PM PDT THURSDAY...

The Wind Advisory is now in effect from 5 AM to 11 PM PDT
Thursday. 

* Timing: Winds will increase Thursday morning with the strongest
  winds expected with the passage of a strong cold front Thursday
  morning.

* Winds: West 25 to 35 mph with gusts to 55 mph shifting 
  northwest by early afternoon behind the front.

* Waves on Pyramid Lake: 2 to 4 feet. Highest waves on eastern 
  and southern shores.

* Impacts: Crosswinds may result in travel impacts for high 
  profile vehicles and areas of wind shear for aviation. Small 
  boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to capsizing 
  and should remain off lake waters until conditions improve.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio
furniture and trash cans before winds increase which could blow
these items away. The best thing to do is prepare ahead of time
by making sure you have extra food and water on hand, flashlights
with spare batteries and/or candles in the event of a power
outage.

&&

$$

CAZ072-NVZ002-301200-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0008.170330T1200Z-170331T0300Z/
Greater Lake Tahoe Area-
Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Stateline, 
and Incline Village
252 PM PDT Wed Mar 29 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 8 PM PDT
THURSDAY...

* Timing: Winds will increase through the day Thursday.

* Winds: West 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 45 mph shifting 
  northwest by early afternoon behind a passing cold front.

* Waves on Lake Tahoe: 2 to 4 feet. Highest waves on eastern 
  and southern shores.

* Impacts: Crosswinds may result in travel impacts for high 
  profile vehicles and areas of wind shear for aviation. Small 
  boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to capsizing 
  and should remain off lake waters until conditions improve.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio
furniture and trash cans before winds increase which could blow
these items away. The best thing to do is prepare ahead of time
by making sure you have extra food and water on hand, flashlights
with spare batteries and/or candles in the event of a power
outage.

&&

$$

http://weather.gov/reno
368 
WWUS75 KREV 301159
NPWREV

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
459 AM PDT Thu Mar 30 2017

CAZ073-NVZ001-310000-
/O.CON.KREV.HW.W.0006.170330T1500Z-170331T0300Z/
Mono County-Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties-
Including the cities of Bridgeport, Mammoth Lakes, Hawthorne, 
Yerington, and Smith Valley
459 AM PDT Thu Mar 30 2017

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THIS MORNING TO
8 PM PDT THIS EVENING...

* Timing: Winds will increase this morning with the strongest
  winds expected with the passage of a strong cold front by early
  afternoon. 

* Winds: Southwest 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph, shifting
  to northwest during the afternoon. Gusts up to 75 mph in wind
  prone locations including portions of US-395 in Mono County and
  US-95 near Walker Lake. Sierra ridge gusts up to 110 mph. 

* Impacts: Strong crosswinds will produce dangerous travel
  conditions with restrictions likely for high profile vehicles.
  Expect areas of turbulence and wind shear for aviation, and
  choppy waters on area lakes.  

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio 
furniture and trash cans before winds increase which could blow 
these items away. The best thing to do is prepare ahead of time by
making sure you have extra food and water on hand, flashlights 
with spare batteries and/or candles in the event of a power 
outage.

&&

$$

CAZ072-NVZ002-310000-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0008.170330T1200Z-170331T0300Z/
Greater Lake Tahoe Area-
Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Stateline, 
and Incline Village
459 AM PDT Thu Mar 30 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM PDT THIS EVENING...

* Timing: Winds will increase this morning with the strongest
  winds expected from mid morning through early this afternoon. 

* Winds: West to northwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.
  Sierra ridge gusts up to 95 mph. 

* Waves on Lake Tahoe: 2 to 4 feet. Highest waves on eastern 
  and southern shores.

* Impacts: Strong crosswinds will produce hazardous travel
  conditions for high profile vehicles. Expect turbulence and
  areas of wind shear for aviation. Small boats, kayaks and paddle
  boards will be prone to capsizing and should remain off lake
  waters until conditions improve. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio
furniture and trash cans before winds increase which could blow
these items away. The best thing to do is prepare ahead of time
by making sure you have extra food and water on hand, flashlights
with spare batteries and/or candles in the event of a power
outage.

&&

$$

NVZ003-310000-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0008.170330T1200Z-170331T0300Z/
Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area-
Including the cities of Sparks, Gardnerville, and Virginia City
459 AM PDT Thu Mar 30 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM PDT THIS EVENING...

* Timing: Winds will increase this morning with the strongest
  winds expected from mid morning through mid afternoon. 

* Winds: West to northwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.
  Gusts up to 65 mph in wind prone areas including I-580 between
  Reno and Carson City, and foothill locations.  

* Impacts: Strong crosswinds will produce hazardous travel
  conditions with restrictions likely for high profile vehicles.
  Choppy conditions can be expected on Washoe Lake. Expect areas
  of turbulence and wind shear for aviation.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio
furniture and trash cans before winds increase which could blow
these items away. The best thing to do is prepare ahead of time
by making sure you have extra food and water on hand, flashlights
with spare batteries and/or candles in the event of a power
outage.

&&

$$

CAZ070-NVZ004-005-310000-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0008.170330T1200Z-170331T0600Z/
Surprise Valley California-
Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake-
Northern Washoe County-
Including the cities of Cedarville, Fort Bidwell, Fernley, 
Fallon, Lovelock, Silver Springs, Empire, and Gerlach
459 AM PDT Thu Mar 30 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM PDT THIS EVENING...

* Timing: Winds will increase this morning with the strongest
  winds expected from mid morning through mid afternoon. 

* Winds: Northwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 50 mph. Locally
  stronger gusts up to 60 mph in wind prone areas including US-95
  Alternate between Fernley and Silver Springs.  

* Waves on Pyramid Lake: 2 to 4 feet. Highest waves on eastern 
  and southern shores.

* Impacts: Strong crosswinds will produce hazardous travel
  conditions with restrictions likely for high profile vehicles.
  Expect areas of turbulence and wind shear for aviation. Small
  boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to capsizing and
  should remain off lake waters until conditions improve.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio
furniture and trash cans before winds increase which could blow
these items away. The best thing to do is prepare ahead of time
by making sure you have extra food and water on hand, flashlights
with spare batteries and/or candles in the event of a power
outage.

&&

$$

http://weather.gov/reno
051 
WWUS75 KREV 302159
NPWREV

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
259 PM PDT Thu Mar 30 2017

CAZ073-NVZ001-310300-
/O.CON.KREV.HW.W.0006.000000T0000Z-170331T0300Z/
Mono County-Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties-
Including the cities of Bridgeport, Mammoth Lakes, Hawthorne, 
Yerington, and Smith Valley
259 PM PDT Thu Mar 30 2017

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM PDT THIS
EVENING...

* Timing: Strong winds behind a cold front will continue through
  early evening before diminishing some.

* Winds: Through early evening north to northwest winds 30 to 40
  mph with gusts to 60 mph. Gusts up to 75 mph in wind prone
  locations including portions of US-395 in Mono County and US-95
  near Walker Lake. Sierra ridge gusts up to 110 mph. Winds will
  diminish later this evening but gusts 30 to 40 mph remain likely
  through Friday morning.

* Impacts: Strong crosswinds will produce dangerous travel 
  conditions with restrictions likely for high profile 
  vehicles. Expect areas of turbulence and wind shear for 
  aviation, and choppy waters on area lakes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

The strong winds are here now, it's too late to prepare. If 
driving around Nevada or the eastern Sierra, check road conditions
with NDOT or Caltrans before leaving.

&&

$$

CAZ072-NVZ002-311000-
/O.NEW.KREV.LW.Y.0018.170331T1700Z-170401T0100Z/
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-170331T0300Z/
Greater Lake Tahoe Area-
Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Stateline, 
and Incline Village
259 PM PDT Thu Mar 30 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM PDT THIS EVENING...
...LAKE WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 6 PM PDT FRIDAY FOR
LAKE TAHOE... 

* Timing: Strong northerly winds behind a cold front will continue
  through early evening before diminishing. Northeast winds will
  increase on ridges Friday with some strong winds affecting Lake
  Tahoe during the day Friday producing rough waters.

* Winds: Through early evening north winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts
  up to 50 mph. On Friday, northeast ridge winds gusting to 75 mph
  especially along the Sierra Crest. Winds Friday on Lake Tahoe
  northeast 25 to 35 mph with the strongest winds toward the west
  shores.

* Waves on Lake Tahoe: 2 to 4 feet today and Friday. Highest waves
  on eastern and southern shores today, and on the western shores
  Friday.

* Impacts: Strong crosswinds will produce hazardous travel 
  conditions for high profile vehicles. Expect turbulence and 
  areas of wind shear for aviation. Small boats, kayaks and 
  paddle boards will be prone to capsizing and should remain 
  off lake waters until conditions improve.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

The strong winds are here now, it's too late to prepare. If 
driving around Nevada or the Sierra, check road conditions with 
NDOT or Caltrans before leaving.

For those considering boating on Lake Tahoe Friday, check lake 
conditions before heading out and be prepared for a sudden 
increase in winds and wave heights. Consider postponing boating 
activities on the lake until a day with less wind.

&&

$$

NVZ003-310300-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-170331T0300Z/
Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area-
Including the cities of Sparks, Gardnerville, and Virginia City
259 PM PDT Thu Mar 30 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM PDT THIS EVENING...

* Timing: Strong north winds will continue through early evening,
  then gradually diminish overnight.

* Winds: Through early evening north 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to
  55 mph. Gusts up to 65 mph in wind prone areas including I-580
  between Reno and Carson City, and foothill locations. Gusty
  winds but not nearly as strong continuing Friday.

* Impacts: Strong crosswinds will produce hazardous travel 
  conditions with restrictions likely for high profile 
  vehicles. Choppy conditions can be expected on Washoe Lake. 
  Expect areas of turbulence and wind shear for aviation.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

The strong winds are here now, it's too late to prepare. If 
driving around Nevada or the Sierra, check road conditions with 
NDOT or Caltrans before leaving.

&&

$$

CAZ070-NVZ004-005-310600-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-170331T0600Z/
Surprise Valley California-
Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake-
Northern Washoe County-
Including the cities of Cedarville, Fort Bidwell, Fernley, 
Fallon, Lovelock, Silver Springs, Empire, and Gerlach
259 PM PDT Thu Mar 30 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM PDT THIS EVENING...

* Timing: Strong north winds will continue through this evening,
  before gradually diminishing overnight.

* Winds: North winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 50 mph. Locally
  stronger gusts up to 60 mph in wind prone areas including US-95
  Alternate between Fernley and Silver Springs. Winds remaining
  gusty but not nearly as strong Friday.

* Waves on Pyramid Lake: 2 to 4 feet. Highest waves on eastern 
  and southern shores.

* Impacts: Strong crosswinds will produce hazardous travel 
  conditions with restrictions likely for high profile 
  vehicles. Expect areas of turbulence and wind shear for 
  aviation. Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be 
  prone to capsizing and should remain off lake waters until 
  conditions improve.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

The strong winds are here now, it's too late to prepare. If 
driving around Nevada or northeast California, check road 
conditions with NDOT or Caltrans before leaving.

&&

$$

http://weather.gov/reno
595 
WWUS75 KREV 310308
NPWREV

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
808 PM PDT Thu Mar 30 2017

CAZ073-NVZ001-310415-
/O.EXP.KREV.HW.W.0006.000000T0000Z-170331T0300Z/
Mono County-Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties-
808 PM PDT Thu Mar 30 2017

...HIGH WIND WARNING HAS EXPIRED...

The High Wind Warning is no longer in effect. 

Winds have fallen below High Wind Warning criteria but will still
remain gusty out of the north northwest with gusts up to 45 mph 
possible through the evening. 

$$

CAZ070-NVZ004-005-310415-
/O.CAN.KREV.WI.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-170331T0600Z/
Surprise Valley California-
Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake-
Northern Washoe County-
808 PM PDT Thu Mar 30 2017

...WIND ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Winds have fallen below Wind Advisory criteria and will be
cancelled. Winds however will stay gusty overnight with 
widespread gusts of 30 to 40 mph possible. 

$$

CAZ072-NVZ002-311515-
/O.EXP.KREV.WI.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-170331T0300Z/
/O.CON.KREV.LW.Y.0018.170331T1700Z-170401T0100Z/
Greater Lake Tahoe Area-
Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Stateline, and Incline 
Village
808 PM PDT Thu Mar 30 2017

...LAKE WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 6 PM PDT
FRIDAY FOR LAKE TAHOE...

* Winds: Northeast 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.

* Waves on Lake Tahoe: 2 to 4 feet. Highest waves on the western
  shores Friday. 

* Impacts: Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to
  capsizing and should remain off lake waters until conditions
  improve.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

For those considering boating on Lake Tahoe Friday, check lake
conditions before heading out and be prepared for a sudden
increase in winds and wave heights. Consider postponing boating
activities on the lake until a day with less wind.

&&


$$

NVZ003-310415-
/O.EXP.KREV.WI.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-170331T0300Z/
Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area-
808 PM PDT Thu Mar 30 2017

...WIND ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...

Winds have fallen below Wind Advisory criteria and will be
allowed to expire. Winds however will stay gusty overnight with 
widespread gusts of 30 to 40 mph possible. 

$$

http://weather.gov/reno

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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.