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Wind Advisory 14, NWS Reno, NV

October 17, 20174 counties in Nevada; 5 counties in California

NWS Reno, NV issued this wind advisory at Oct 17, 2017, 3:29 PM PDT for 4 counties in Nevada; 5 counties in California. It took effect at Oct 19, 2017, 3:00 PM PDT. It was in force for 14 hr.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Oct 17, 2017, 3:29 PM PDT (22:29 UTC)
In effect from
Oct 19, 2017, 3:00 PM PDT
Expired
Oct 20, 2017, 5:00 AM PDT
In force
14 hr
Issued by
NWS Reno, NV

Counties Lassen County, CA, Modoc County, CA, Mono County, CA, Plumas County, CA, Sierra County, CA, Douglas County, NV, Lyon County, NV, Storey County, NV, Washoe County, NV

The radar

The Reno radar (KRGX), 42 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 22:33 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.

The nearest sounding before it

Reno, NV (KREV), launched 12:00Z, 10.5 hours before the alert went out and 151 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 12:00Z on 2017-10-17Temperature 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 12:00Z on 2017-10-17The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 64 square meters per square second.19395878Sfc1 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
3844 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
34 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
64 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
92 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

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833 
WWUS75 KREV 172229
NPWREV

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
329 PM PDT Tue Oct 17 2017

NVZ003-182300-
/O.NEW.KREV.WI.Y.0014.171019T2200Z-171020T1200Z/
Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area-
Including the cities of Sparks, Gardnerville, and Virginia City
329 PM PDT Tue Oct 17 2017

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THURSDAY TO 5 AM PDT
FRIDAY...

The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a Wind Advisory,
which is in effect from 3 PM Thursday to 5 AM PDT Friday. 

* Timing: Winds increase by late Thursday afternoon. Valleys will
  see a 3-6 hour period of strong winds Thursday evening, while
  foothill areas will continue to be gusty Thursday afternoon
  through early Friday morning. 

* Winds: Southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts of 40 to 50 mph. Gusts 
  up to 60 mph possible in wind prone locations such as Washoe 
  Valley and foothills around Reno, Carson City and Minden.

* Impacts: Travel restrictions for high profile vehicles are
  likely. Follow instructions on highway signs and do not attempt
  to travel on restricted highways. Winds could be strong enough
  to push your vehicle out of your travel lane. Check with NDOT 
  or CalTrans for the latest road information. 


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.

&&

$$

CAZ070-071-NVZ005-182300-
/O.NEW.KREV.WI.Y.0014.171019T2200Z-171020T1200Z/
Surprise Valley California-Lassen-Eastern Plumas-
Eastern Sierra Counties-Northern Washoe County-
Including the cities of Cedarville, Fort Bidwell, Portola, 
Susanville, Empire, and Gerlach
329 PM PDT Tue Oct 17 2017

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THURSDAY TO 5 AM PDT
FRIDAY...

The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a Wind Advisory,
which is in effect from 3 PM Thursday to 5 AM PDT Friday. 

* Timing: Winds increase by late Thursday afternoon. Valleys will
  see peak wind gusts Thursday evening, while foothill areas will
  continue to be gusty through early Friday morning. 

* Winds: Southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. Gusts up
  to 60 mph possible in wind prone locations such as the Highway
  395 corridor between Susanville and Doyle.

* Impacts: High profile vehicles should avoid wind prone areas
  such as Highway 395 from Susanville to Doyle. Winds could be
  strong enough to push your vehicle out of your travel lane.
  Check with NDOT or CalTrans for the latest road information. 

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-NVZ002-182300-
/O.NEW.KREV.LW.Y.0051.171019T1800Z-171020T1200Z/
Greater Lake Tahoe Area-
Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Stateline, 
and Incline Village
329 PM PDT Tue Oct 17 2017

...LAKE WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THURSDAY TO 5 AM PDT
FRIDAY FOR LAKE TAHOE...

The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a Lake Wind
Advisory for Lake Tahoe, which is in effect from 11 AM Thursday
to 5 AM PDT Friday. 

* Winds: Southwest to west 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* Wave Heights: 2 to 3 feet from mid-lake to eastern shores. 

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


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

NVZ004-182300-
/O.NEW.KREV.LW.Y.0051.171019T1800Z-171020T0300Z/
Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake-
329 PM PDT Tue Oct 17 2017

...LAKE WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 8 PM PDT THURSDAY
FOR PYRAMID LAKE...

The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a Lake Wind
Advisory for Pyramid Lake, which is in effect from 11 AM to 8 PM
PDT Thursday. 


* Winds: Southwest to west 15 to 25 mph gusts up 40 mph. 

* Wave Heights: 2 to 4 feet from mid-lake to eastern and
  southeastern shores.
  

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


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

http://weather.gov/reno
6 follow-up statements
501 
WWUS75 KREV 182126
NPWREV

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
226 PM PDT Wed Oct 18 2017

NVZ003-191200-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0014.171019T2200Z-171020T1200Z/
Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area-
Including the cities of Sparks, Gardnerville, and Virginia City
226 PM PDT Wed Oct 18 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THURSDAY TO 5 AM PDT
FRIDAY...

* Timing: Winds increase Thursday afternoon. Valleys will see a 
  3-6 hour period of strong winds Thursday evening, while foothill
  areas will continue to be gusty Thursday afternoon through 
  early Friday morning. 

* Winds: Southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. Gusts up
  to 65 mph are possible in wind prone locations such as Washoe 
  Valley and foothills around Reno, Carson City and Minden.

* Impacts: Travel restrictions for high profile vehicles are 
  likely. Follow instructions on highway signs and do not 
  attempt to travel on restricted highways. Winds could be 
  strong enough to push your vehicle out of your travel lane. 
  Check with NDOT or CalTrans for the latest road information.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio
furniture, holiday decorations 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.

&&

$$

CAZ070-071-NVZ005-191200-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0014.171019T2200Z-171020T1200Z/
Surprise Valley California-Lassen-Eastern Plumas-
Eastern Sierra Counties-Northern Washoe County-
Including the cities of Cedarville, Fort Bidwell, Portola, 
Susanville, Empire, and Gerlach
226 PM PDT Wed Oct 18 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THURSDAY TO 5 AM PDT
FRIDAY...

* Timing: Winds increase Thursday afternoon. Valleys will see 
  peak wind gusts Thursday evening, while foothill areas will 
  continue to be gusty through early Friday morning. 

* Winds: Southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. Gusts 
  up to 65 mph are possible in wind prone locations such as the 
  Highway 395 corridor between Susanville and Doyle. 

* Impacts: High profile vehicles should avoid wind prone areas
  such as Highway 395 from Susanville to the Nevada-California
  border. Winds could be strong enough to push your vehicle out 
  of your travel lane. Check with NDOT or CalTrans for the latest 
  road information.

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-NVZ002-191200-
/O.CON.KREV.LW.Y.0051.171019T1800Z-171020T1200Z/
Greater Lake Tahoe Area-
Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Stateline, 
and Incline Village
226 PM PDT Wed Oct 18 2017

...LAKE WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THURSDAY TO
5 AM PDT FRIDAY FOR LAKE TAHOE...

* Winds: Southwest to west 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* Wave Heights: 2 to 4 feet from mid-lake to eastern shores.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

NVZ004-191200-
/O.CON.KREV.LW.Y.0051.171019T1800Z-171020T0300Z/
Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake-
226 PM PDT Wed Oct 18 2017

...LAKE WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 8 PM PDT
THURSDAY FOR PYRAMID LAKE...

* Winds: Southwest to west 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* Wave Heights: 2 to 4 feet from mid-lake to eastern and northeast 
  shores.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

http://weather.gov/reno
975 
WWUS75 KREV 190951
NPWREV

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
251 AM PDT Thu Oct 19 2017

NVZ003-200000-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0014.171019T2200Z-171020T1200Z/
Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area-
Including the cities of Sparks, Gardnerville, and Virginia City
251 AM PDT Thu Oct 19 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
5 AM PDT FRIDAY...

* Timing: Winds increase this afternoon. Valleys will see a 3-6
  hour period of strongest winds this evening, while foothill
  areas will be gusty this afternoon through early Friday morning.

* Winds: Southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. Gusts 
  up to 65 mph are possible in wind prone locations such as 
  Washoe Valley and foothills around Reno, Carson City and 
  Minden.

* Impacts: Travel restrictions for high profile vehicles are 
  likely. Follow instructions on highway signs and do not 
  attempt to travel on restricted highways. Winds could be 
  strong enough to push your vehicle out of your travel lane. 
  Check with NDOT or CalTrans for the latest road information.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio
furniture, holiday decorations 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.

&&

$$

CAZ070-071-NVZ005-200000-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0014.171019T2200Z-171020T1200Z/
Surprise Valley California-Lassen-Eastern Plumas-
Eastern Sierra Counties-Northern Washoe County-
Including the cities of Cedarville, Fort Bidwell, Portola, 
Susanville, Empire, and Gerlach
251 AM PDT Thu Oct 19 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
5 AM PDT FRIDAY...

* Timing: Winds increase this afternoon. Valleys will see peak
  wind gusts this evening, while foothill areas will continue to 
  be gusty through early Friday morning. 

* Winds: Southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. Gusts 
  up to 65 mph are possible in wind prone locations such as 
  the Highway 395 corridor between Susanville and Doyle.

* Impacts: High profile vehicles should avoid wind prone areas 
  such as Highway 395 from Susanville to the Nevada-California 
  border. Winds could be strong enough to push your vehicle 
  out of your travel lane. Check with NDOT or CalTrans for the 
  latest road information.

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-NVZ002-200000-
/O.CON.KREV.LW.Y.0051.171019T1800Z-171020T1200Z/
Greater Lake Tahoe Area-
Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Stateline, 
and Incline Village
251 AM PDT Thu Oct 19 2017

...LAKE WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING
TO 5 AM PDT FRIDAY FOR LAKE TAHOE...

* Winds: Southwest to west 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* Wave Heights: 2 to 4 feet from mid-lake to eastern shores.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

NVZ004-200000-
/O.CON.KREV.LW.Y.0051.171019T1800Z-171020T0300Z/
Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake-
251 AM PDT Thu Oct 19 2017

...LAKE WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING
TO 8 PM PDT THIS EVENING FOR PYRAMID LAKE...

* Winds: Southwest to west 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* Wave Heights: 2 to 4 feet from mid-lake to eastern and
  northeast shores. 

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

http://weather.gov/reno
652 
WWUS75 KREV 191617
NPWREV

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
917 AM PDT Thu Oct 19 2017

CAZ073-200015-
/O.EXB.KREV.WI.Y.0014.171020T0300Z-171020T1200Z/
Mono County-
Including the cities of Bridgeport and Mammoth Lakes
917 AM PDT Thu Oct 19 2017

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 5 AM PDT
FRIDAY...

The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a Wind Advisory,
which is in effect from 8 PM this evening to 5 AM PDT Friday. 

* Timing: Winds increase this afternoon. Strongest wind gusts are
  expected this evening into early Friday morning. 

* Winds: Southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. Gusts up
  to 65 mph are possible in wind prone locations such as the
  Highway 395 corridor. Ridgetop winds near 100 mph. 

* Impacts: High profile vehicles should avoid wind prone areas
  such as Highway 395 from Topaz Lake into Inyo County. Winds
  could be strong enough to push your vehicle out of your travel
  lane. Stay off area lakes. Check with NDOT or CalTrans for the 
  latest road information.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

NVZ003-200015-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0014.171019T2200Z-171020T1200Z/
Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area-
Including the cities of Sparks, Gardnerville, and Virginia City
917 AM PDT Thu Oct 19 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
5 AM PDT FRIDAY...

* Timing: Winds increase this afternoon. Valleys will see a 3-6
  hour period of strongest winds this evening, while foothill
  areas will be strong and gusty this afternoon through early 
  Friday morning. 

* Winds: Southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. Gusts up
  to 70 mph are possible in wind prone locations such as Washoe 
  Valley and foothills around Reno, Carson City and Minden.

* Impacts: Strong, possibly damaging winds are possible. Travel 
  restrictions for high profile vehicles are likely. Follow 
  instructions on highway signs and do not attempt to travel on 
  restricted highways. Winds could be strong enough to push your 
  vehicle out of your travel lane. Check with NDOT or CalTrans for
  the latest road information.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Secure loose outdoor items such as patio furniture, holiday 
decorations 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.

&&

$$

CAZ070-071-NVZ005-200015-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0014.171019T2200Z-171020T1200Z/
Surprise Valley California-Lassen-Eastern Plumas-
Eastern Sierra Counties-Northern Washoe County-
Including the cities of Cedarville, Fort Bidwell, Portola, 
Susanville, Empire, and Gerlach
917 AM PDT Thu Oct 19 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
5 AM PDT FRIDAY...

* Timing: Winds increase this afternoon. Valleys will see
  strongest wind gusts this evening, while foothill areas will 
  continue to be gusty through early Friday morning. 

* Winds: Southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. Gusts up
  to 70 mph are possible in wind prone locations such as the 
  Highway 395 corridor between Susanville and Doyle.

* Impacts: Strong, possibly damaging winds are possible. High 
  profile vehicles should avoid wind prone areas such as Highway 
  395 from Susanville to the Nevada- California border. Winds 
  could be strong enough to push your vehicle out of your travel 
  lane. Check with NDOT or CalTrans for the latest road 
  information.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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-NVZ002-200015-
/O.CON.KREV.LW.Y.0051.171019T1800Z-171020T1200Z/
Greater Lake Tahoe Area-
Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Stateline, 
and Incline Village
917 AM PDT Thu Oct 19 2017

...LAKE WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM PDT FRIDAY FOR
LAKE TAHOE...

* Winds: Southwest to west 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* Wave Heights: 2 to 4 feet from mid-lake to eastern shores.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

NVZ004-200015-
/O.CON.KREV.LW.Y.0051.171019T1800Z-171020T0300Z/
Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake-
917 AM PDT Thu Oct 19 2017

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

* Winds: Southwest to west 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* Wave Heights: 2 to 4 feet from mid-lake to eastern and 
  northeast shores.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

http://weather.gov/reno
423 
WWUS75 KREV 192243
NPWREV

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
343 PM PDT Thu Oct 19 2017

NVZ003-201200-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0014.000000T0000Z-171020T1200Z/
Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area-
Including the cities of Sparks, Gardnerville, and Virginia City
343 PM PDT Thu Oct 19 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM PDT FRIDAY...

* Timing: Winds increase this evening, with strongest winds
  expected in valleys later tonight between 10 PM and 2 AM.
  Foothill areas can expect strong and gusty winds through early 
  Friday morning. 

* Winds: Southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. Gusts up
  to 70 mph in wind prone locations such as Washoe Valley and 
  foothills around Reno, Carson City and Minden. 

* Impacts: Strong, possibly damaging winds are possible. Travel 
  restrictions for high profile vehicles are likely. Follow 
  instructions on highway signs and do not attempt to travel 
  on restricted highways. Winds could be strong enough to push 
  your vehicle out of your travel lane. Check with NDOT or 
  CalTrans for the latest road information. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Secure loose outdoor items such as patio furniture, holiday
decorations 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.

&&

$$

CAZ070-071-NVZ005-201200-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0014.000000T0000Z-171020T1200Z/
Surprise Valley California-Lassen-Eastern Plumas-
Eastern Sierra Counties-Northern Washoe County-
Including the cities of Cedarville, Fort Bidwell, Portola, 
Susanville, Empire, and Gerlach
343 PM PDT Thu Oct 19 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM PDT FRIDAY...

* Timing: Winds increase this evening, with strongest winds
  expected in valleys later tonight between 9 PM and 1 AM. 
  Foothill areas can expect strong and gusty winds through early 
  Friday morning. 

* Winds: Southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. Gusts up
  to 70 mph in wind prone locations such as the Highway 395 
  corridor between Susanville and Doyle.

* Impacts: Strong, possibly damaging winds are possible. High
  profile vehicles should avoid wind prone areas such as Highway
  395 from Susanville to the Nevada-California border. Winds 
  could be strong enough to push your vehicle out of your travel 
  lane. Check with NDOT or CalTrans for the latest road 
  information.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

CAZ073-201200-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0014.171020T0300Z-171020T1200Z/
Mono County-
Including the cities of Bridgeport and Mammoth Lakes
343 PM PDT Thu Oct 19 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 5 AM
PDT FRIDAY...

* Timing: Winds increase this evening. Strongest wind gusts are
  expected late this evening into early Friday morning. 

* Winds: Southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. Gusts up
  to 65 mph in wind prone locations such as the Highway 395 
  corridor. Ridgetop winds near 100 mph.

* Impacts: High profile vehicles should avoid wind prone areas 
  such as Highway 395 from Topaz Lake into Inyo County. Winds 
  could be strong enough to push your vehicle out of your 
  travel lane. Stay off area lakes. Check with NDOT or 
  CalTrans for the latest road information.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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-NVZ002-201200-
/O.CON.KREV.LW.Y.0051.000000T0000Z-171020T1200Z/
Greater Lake Tahoe Area-
Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Stateline, 
and Incline Village
343 PM PDT Thu Oct 19 2017

...LAKE WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM PDT FRIDAY FOR
LAKE TAHOE...

* Winds: Southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* Wave Heights: 2 to 4 feet from mid-lake to eastern shores.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

NVZ004-200300-
/O.CON.KREV.LW.Y.0051.000000T0000Z-171020T0300Z/
Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake-
343 PM PDT Thu Oct 19 2017

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

* Winds: Southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* Wave Heights: 2 to 4 feet from mid-lake to eastern and 
  northeast shores.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

http://weather.gov/reno
703 
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NPWREV

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
759 PM PDT Thu Oct 19 2017

NVZ004-200400-
/O.EXP.KREV.LW.Y.0051.000000T0000Z-171020T0300Z/
Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake-
759 PM PDT Thu Oct 19 2017

...LAKE WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 8 PM PDT THIS EVENING FOR
PYRAMID LAKE...

The Lake Wind Advisory for Pyramid Lake will expire at 8 PM PDT
this evening. 

Winds will remain gusty tonight on Pyramid Lake, but the Lake 
Wind Advisory will be expired due to the lake being closed 
overnight.


$$

NVZ003-201200-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0014.000000T0000Z-171020T1200Z/
Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area-
Including the cities of Sparks, Gardnerville, and Virginia City
759 PM PDT Thu Oct 19 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM PDT FRIDAY...

* Timing: Winds increase this evening, with strongest winds 
  expected in valleys later tonight between 10 PM and 2 AM. 
  Foothill areas can expect strong and gusty winds through early 
  Friday morning. 

* Winds: Southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. Gusts 
  up to 70 mph in wind prone locations such as Washoe Valley 
  and foothills around Reno, Carson City and Minden.

* Impacts: Strong, possibly damaging winds are possible. Travel 
  restrictions for high profile vehicles are likely. Follow 
  instructions on highway signs and do not attempt to travel 
  on restricted highways. Winds could be strong enough to push 
  your vehicle out of your travel lane. Check with NDOT or 
  CalTrans for the latest road information.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Secure loose outdoor items such as patio furniture, holiday
decorations 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.

&&

$$

CAZ070-071-NVZ005-201200-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0014.000000T0000Z-171020T1200Z/
Surprise Valley California-Lassen-Eastern Plumas-
Eastern Sierra Counties-Northern Washoe County-
Including the cities of Cedarville, Fort Bidwell, Portola, 
Susanville, Empire, and Gerlach
759 PM PDT Thu Oct 19 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM PDT FRIDAY...

* Timing: Winds increase this evening, with strongest winds 
  expected in valleys later tonight between 9 PM and 1 AM. 
  Foothill areas can expect strong and gusty winds through early 
  Friday morning. 

* Winds: Southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. Gusts 
  up to 70 mph in wind prone locations such as the Highway 395 
  corridor between Susanville and Doyle.

* Impacts: Strong, possibly damaging winds are possible. High 
  profile vehicles should avoid wind prone areas such as 
  Highway 395 from Susanville to the Nevada-California border. 
  Winds could be strong enough to push your vehicle out of 
  your travel lane. Check with NDOT or CalTrans for the latest 
  road information.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

CAZ073-201200-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0014.171020T0300Z-171020T1200Z/
Mono County-
Including the cities of Bridgeport and Mammoth Lakes
759 PM PDT Thu Oct 19 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM PDT FRIDAY...

* Timing: Winds will increase this evening. Strongest wind gusts 
  are expected late this evening into early Friday morning. 

* Winds: Southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. Gusts 
  up to 65 mph in wind prone locations such as the Highway 395 
  corridor. Ridgetop winds near 100 mph.

* Impacts: High profile vehicles should avoid wind prone areas 
  such as Highway 395 from Topaz Lake into Inyo County. Winds 
  could be strong enough to push your vehicle out of your 
  travel lane. Stay off area lakes. Check with NDOT or 
  CalTrans for the latest road information.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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-NVZ002-201200-
/O.CON.KREV.LW.Y.0051.000000T0000Z-171020T1200Z/
Greater Lake Tahoe Area-
Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Stateline, 
and Incline Village
759 PM PDT Thu Oct 19 2017

...LAKE WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM PDT FRIDAY FOR
LAKE TAHOE...

* Winds: Southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* Wave Heights: 2 to 4 feet from mid-lake to eastern shores.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

http://weather.gov/reno
554 
WWUS75 KREV 201200
NPWREV

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
500 AM PDT Fri Oct 20 2017

NVZ003-201300-
/O.EXP.KREV.WI.Y.0014.000000T0000Z-171020T1200Z/
Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area-
Including the cities of Sparks, Gardnerville, and Virginia City
500 AM PDT Fri Oct 20 2017

...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 5 AM PDT EARLY THIS MORNING...

The Wind Advisory will expire at 5 AM PDT early this morning. 


$$

CAZ070-071-NVZ005-201300-
/O.EXP.KREV.WI.Y.0014.000000T0000Z-171020T1200Z/
Surprise Valley California-Lassen-Eastern Plumas-
Eastern Sierra Counties-Northern Washoe County-
Including the cities of Cedarville, Fort Bidwell, Portola, 
Susanville, Empire, and Gerlach
500 AM PDT Fri Oct 20 2017

...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 5 AM PDT EARLY THIS MORNING...

The Wind Advisory will expire at 5 AM PDT early this morning. 


$$

CAZ073-201300-
/O.EXP.KREV.WI.Y.0014.000000T0000Z-171020T1200Z/
Mono County-
Including the cities of Bridgeport and Mammoth Lakes
500 AM PDT Fri Oct 20 2017

...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 5 AM PDT EARLY THIS MORNING...

The Wind Advisory will expire at 5 AM PDT early this morning. A
few gusts of 35 to 40 mph will remain possible for the next few
hours.


$$

CAZ072-NVZ002-201300-
/O.EXP.KREV.LW.Y.0051.000000T0000Z-171020T1200Z/
Greater Lake Tahoe Area-
Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Stateline, 
and Incline Village
500 AM PDT Fri Oct 20 2017

...LAKE WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 5 AM PDT EARLY THIS MORNING
FOR LAKE TAHOE...

The Lake Wind Advisory for Lake Tahoe will expire at 5 AM PDT
early this morning. 



$$

http://weather.gov/reno

The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Oct 17, 3:29 PM PDTLake Wind AdvisoryREVChurchill, Douglas, Lyon, Pershing, Washoe62 hr
Oct 17, 5:57 AM PDTFire Weather WatchREV28 hr

Nearby

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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; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.