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Wind Advisory 43, NWS Las Vegas, NV

October 19, 2017Esmeralda County, Nye County, Nevada; Mohave County, Arizona; Inyo County, San Bernardino County, California

NWS Las Vegas, NV issued this wind advisory at Oct 19, 2017, 2:31 AM PDT for Esmeralda County, Nye County, Nevada; Mohave County, Arizona; Inyo County, San Bernardino County, California. It took effect at Oct 20, 2017, 12:00 AM PDT. It was in force for 20 hr.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Oct 19, 2017, 2:31 AM PDT (09:31 UTC)
In effect from
Oct 20, 2017, 12:00 AM PDT
Expired
Oct 20, 2017, 8:00 PM PDT
In force
20 hr
Issued by
NWS Las Vegas, NV

Counties Mohave County, AZ, Inyo County, CA, San Bernardino County, CA, Esmeralda County, NV, Nye County, NV

The radar

The Las Vegas radar (KESX), 159 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 09:34 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

Las Vegas, NV (KVEF), launched 00:00Z, 9.5 hours before the alert went out and 71 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, Las Vegas, NV at 00:00Z on 2017-10-19Temperature 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 km15 km-30°-20°-10°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Las Vegas, NV at 00:00Z on 2017-10-19The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity -12 square meters per square second.1939Sfc1 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
4690 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
15 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
-12 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
31 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

288 
WWUS75 KVEF 190931
NPWVEF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Las Vegas NV
231 AM PDT Thu Oct 19 2017

CAZ519-192300-
/O.NEW.KVEF.HW.W.0011.171020T0700Z-171020T1500Z/
Eastern Sierra Slopes-
Including Aspendell and Whitney Portal
231 AM PDT Thu Oct 19 2017

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 8 AM PDT
FRIDAY...

The National Weather Service in Las Vegas has issued a High Wind
Warning for the eastern Sierra slopes, which is in effect from 
midnight tonight to 8 AM PDT Friday. 

* TIMING...Downslope winds will develop overnight and end Friday
  morning as a cold front passes.

* WINDS...West winds gusting as high as 70 to 80 mph, particularly
  at the mouths of canyons.

* IMPACTS...Travel in and near the foothills will become
  difficult. Outdoor activities could become dangerous.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected
or occurring. Strong winds can make driving dangerous...rapidly
reduce visibility in dust prone areas and lead to property
damage.

&&

$$

CAZ520-192300-
/O.NEW.KVEF.WI.Y.0043.171020T0700Z-171020T1500Z/
Owens Valley-
Including Bishop, Independence, Lone Pine, 
and Olancha
231 AM PDT Thu Oct 19 2017

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 8 AM PDT
FRIDAY...

The National Weather Service in Las Vegas has issued a Wind
Advisory for the Owens Valley, which is in effect from midnight 
tonight to 8 AM PDT Friday. 

* TIMING...Localized downslope winds will develop overnight and
  end Friday morning as a cold front passes.

* WINDS...Localized west winds gusting 40 to 50 mph, particularly
  east of the mouths of canyons in the Sierra.

* IMPACTS...Sudden crosswinds could make travel hazardous on
  Highway 395, especially for high profile vehicles. Visibility
  may also be reduced in streamers of blowing dust.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means strong winds gusting over 40 mph can make
driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use
extra caution.

&&

$$

CAZ523-192300-
/O.NEW.KVEF.WI.Y.0043.171020T1500Z-171021T0300Z/
Western Mojave Desert-
Including Barstow, Daggett, and Fort Irwin
231 AM PDT Thu Oct 19 2017

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

The National Weather Service in Las Vegas has issued a Wind
Advisory for northwest San Bernardino County, which is in effect 
from 8 AM to 8 PM PDT Friday.

* TIMING...Winds will increase Friday morning, peak in the
  afternoon, and decrease after sunset.

* WINDS...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts 45 to 55 mph.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds could make travel hazardous on north
  south roads, including Interstate 15. Visibility could also be
  reduced in areas of blowing dust, particularly near the Mojave
  River.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means strong winds gusting over 40 mph can make
driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use
extra caution.

&&

$$

Morgan
7 follow-up statements
320 
WWUS75 KVEF 192018
NPWVEF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Las Vegas NV
118 PM PDT Thu Oct 19 2017

CAZ519-200730-
/O.CON.KVEF.HW.W.0011.171020T0700Z-171020T1500Z/
Eastern Sierra Slopes-
Including Aspendell and Whitney Portal
118 PM PDT Thu Oct 19 2017

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
8 AM PDT FRIDAY...

* TIMING...Downslope winds will develop overnight and end Friday 
  morning as a cold front passes. 

* WINDS...West winds gusting as high as 70 to 80 mph, 
  particularly at the mouths of canyons. 

* IMPACTS...Travel in and near the foothills will become 
  difficult. Outdoor activities could become dangerous. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected
or occurring. Strong winds can make driving dangerous...rapidly
reduce visibility in dust prone areas and lead to property
damage.

&&

$$

AZZ001-003-CAZ524-525-200730-
/O.EXA.KVEF.WI.Y.0043.171020T1500Z-171021T0300Z/
Northwest Plateau-Northwest Deserts-Eastern Mojave Desert-
Morongo Basin-
Including Colorado City, 
Pipe Spring National Monument, Tuweep, Mt Trumbell, 
Western Grand Canyon, Kingman, Golden Valley, Dolan Springs, 
Valentine, Wikieup, Yucca, Baker, Mountain Pass, 
Mitchell Caverns, Morongo Valley, Yucca Valley, 
and Twentynine Palms
118 PM PDT Thu Oct 19 2017 /118 PM MST Thu Oct 19 2017/

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM PDT /8 AM MST/ TO 8 PM PDT
/8 PM MST/ FRIDAY...

The National Weather Service in Las Vegas has issued a Wind
Advisory, which is in effect from 8 AM PDT /8 AM MST/ to 8 PM PDT
/8 PM MST/ Friday. 

* TIMING...Winds will increase Friday morning, peak in the 
  afternoon, and decrease after sunset. 

* WINDS...West to southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts 35 to 45
  mph.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds could make travel hazardous on north
  south roadways. Visibility could also be reduced in areas due 
  to blowing dust. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means strong winds gusting over 40 mph can make
driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use
extra caution.

&&

$$

NVZ014-200730-
/O.EXA.KVEF.WI.Y.0043.171020T1500Z-171021T0300Z/
Esmeralda and Central Nye County-
Including Beatty, Goldfield, Silver Peak, and Dyer
118 PM PDT Thu Oct 19 2017

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

The National Weather Service in Las Vegas has issued a Wind
Advisory, which is in effect from 8 AM to 8 PM PDT Friday. 

* TIMING...Winds will increase Friday morning, peak in the late
  morning and afternoon, and decrease after sunset. 

* WINDS...North winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts 35 to 45 mph.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds could make travel hazardous on area
  roadways. Visibility could also be reduced in areas due to 
  blowing dust. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means strong winds gusting over 40 mph can make
driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use
extra caution.

&&

$$

CAZ520-200730-
/O.CON.KVEF.WI.Y.0043.171020T0700Z-171020T1500Z/
Owens Valley-
Including Bishop, Independence, Lone Pine, 
and Olancha
118 PM PDT Thu Oct 19 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 8 AM
PDT FRIDAY...

* TIMING...Localized downslope winds may develop overnight and 
  end Friday morning as a cold front passes. 

* WINDS...Localized west winds gusting 40 to 50 mph, 
  particularly east of the mouths of canyons in the Sierra. 

* IMPACTS...Sudden crosswinds could make travel hazardous near and
  west of US Highway 395, especially for high profile vehicles.
  Visibility may also be reduced due to areas of blowing dust. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means strong winds gusting over 40 mph can make
driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use
extra caution.

&&

$$

CAZ523-200730-
/O.CON.KVEF.WI.Y.0043.171020T1500Z-171021T0300Z/
Western Mojave Desert-
Including Barstow, Daggett, and Fort Irwin
118 PM PDT Thu Oct 19 2017

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

* TIMING...Winds will increase Friday morning, peak in the 
  afternoon, and decrease after sunset. 

* WINDS...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts 45 to 55 mph.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds could make travel hazardous on 
  north south roads, including Interstate 15. Visibility could 
  also be reduced in areas of blowing dust, particularly near 
  the Mojave River. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means strong winds gusting over 40 mph can make
driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use
extra caution.

&&

$$

Wolcott
336 
WWUS75 KVEF 200725
NPWVEF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Las Vegas NV
1225 AM PDT Fri Oct 20 2017

CAZ519-201500-
/O.CON.KVEF.HW.W.0011.000000T0000Z-171020T1500Z/
Eastern Sierra Slopes-
Including Aspendell and Whitney Portal
1225 AM PDT Fri Oct 20 2017

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM PDT THIS
MORNING...

* TIMING...Downslope winds will develop overnight and end Friday 
  morning as a cold front passes. 

* WINDS...West winds gusting as high as 70 to 80 mph, 
  particularly at the mouths of canyons. 

* IMPACTS...Travel in and near the foothills will become 
  difficult. Outdoor activities could become dangerous. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected
or occurring. Strong winds can make driving dangerous...rapidly
reduce visibility in dust prone areas and lead to property
damage.

&&

$$

CAZ520-201500-
/O.CON.KVEF.WI.Y.0043.000000T0000Z-171020T1500Z/
Owens Valley-
Including Bishop, Independence, Lone Pine, 
and Olancha
1225 AM PDT Fri Oct 20 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM PDT THIS MORNING...

* TIMING...Localized downslope winds may develop overnight and 
  end Friday morning as a cold front passes. 

* WINDS...Localized west winds gusting 40 to 50 mph, 
  particularly east of the mouths of canyons in the Sierra. 

* IMPACTS...Sudden crosswinds could make travel hazardous near 
  and west of US Highway 395, especially for high profile 
  vehicles. Visibility may also be reduced due to areas of 
  blowing dust. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means strong winds gusting over 40 mph can make
driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use
extra caution.

&&

$$

AZZ001-003-CAZ523>525-201500-
/O.CON.KVEF.WI.Y.0043.171020T1500Z-171021T0300Z/
Northwest Plateau-Northwest Deserts-Western Mojave Desert-
Eastern Mojave Desert-Morongo Basin-
Including Colorado City, 
Pipe Spring National Monument, Tuweep, Mt Trumbell, 
Western Grand Canyon, Kingman, Golden Valley, Dolan Springs, 
Valentine, Wikieup, Yucca, Barstow, Daggett, Fort Irwin, Baker, 
Mountain Pass, Mitchell Caverns, Morongo Valley, Yucca Valley, 
and Twentynine Palms
1225 AM PDT Fri Oct 20 2017 /1225 AM MST Fri Oct 20 2017/

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM PDT /8 AM MST/ THIS
MORNING TO 8 PM PDT /8 PM MST/ THIS EVENING...

* TIMING...Winds will increase Friday morning, peak in the 
  afternoon, and decrease after sunset. 

* WINDS...West to southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts 35 to 45
  mph. Higher gusts of 45-55 mph will be likely across the Western
  Mojave Desert, including Barstow, Daggett, and Fort Irwin. 

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds could make travel hazardous on north
  south roadways, including Interstate 15. Visibility could also 
  be reduced in areas due to blowing dust, particularly near the 
  Mojave River.
  

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means strong winds gusting over 40 mph can make
driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use
extra caution.

&&

$$

NVZ014-201500-
/O.CON.KVEF.WI.Y.0043.171020T1500Z-171021T0300Z/
Esmeralda and Central Nye County-
Including Beatty, Goldfield, Silver Peak, and Dyer
1225 AM PDT Fri Oct 20 2017

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

* TIMING...Winds will increase Friday morning, peak in the late 
  morning and afternoon, and decrease after sunset. 

* WINDS...North winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts 35 to 45 mph.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds could make travel hazardous on 
  area roadways. Visibility could also be reduced in areas due 
  to blowing dust. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means strong winds gusting over 40 mph can make
driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use
extra caution.

&&

$$
146 
WWUS75 KVEF 201503
NPWVEF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Las Vegas NV
803 AM PDT Fri Oct 20 2017

CAZ519-210300-
/O.EXP.KVEF.HW.W.0011.000000T0000Z-171020T1500Z/
/O.EXA.KVEF.WI.Y.0043.171020T1500Z-171021T0300Z/
Eastern Sierra Slopes-
Including Aspendell and Whitney Portal
803 AM PDT Fri Oct 20 2017

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM PDT THIS EVENING...
...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 8 AM PDT THIS MORNING...

The National Weather Service in Las Vegas has issued a Wind
Advisory, which is in effect until 8 PM PDT this evening. 

* TIMING...Gusty winds will continue through today and decrease 
  after sunset.
 
* WINDS...West to southwest winds gusting to 70 mph will turn to a
  northerly direction this morning. Gusts of 35-55 are possible
  behind the front.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds could make travel hazardous.
  Visibility could also be reduced in areas due to blowing dust.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means strong winds gusting over 40 mph can make
driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use
extra caution.

&&

$$

AZZ002-036-CAZ527-NVZ021-210300-
/O.NEW.KVEF.LW.Y.0009.171021T0300Z-171022T0100Z/
Lake Havasu and Fort Mohave-Lake Mead National Recreation Area-
San Bernardino County-Upper Colorado River Valley-
Including Lake Havasu City, Desert Hills, Topock, 
Bullhead City, Oatman, Mohave Valley, Needles, Hoover Dam, 
and Laughlin
803 AM PDT Fri Oct 20 2017 /803 AM MST Fri Oct 20 2017/

...LAKE WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM PDT /8 PM MST/ THIS
EVENING TO 6 PM PDT /6 PM MST/ SATURDAY...

The National Weather Service in Las Vegas has issued a Lake Wind
Advisory, which is in effect from 8 PM PDT /8 PM MST/ this
evening to 6 PM PDT /6 PM MST/ Saturday. 

* TIMING...Winds will increase behind a cold front overnight, peak
  Saturday morning, then decrease late Saturday afternoon.

* WINDS...North winds 20 to 30 mph, gusting 30 to 40 mph.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will create rough water conditions on Lake
  Mead, Lake Mohave, and Lake Havasu. Waves could swamp small
  craft. Areas of low visibility due to blowing dust will be
  possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Lake Wind Advisory indicates that winds will cause rough chop
on area lakes. Small boats will be especially prone to capsizing.

&&

$$

CAZ521-522-210300-
/O.EXA.KVEF.WI.Y.0043.171020T1500Z-171021T0300Z/
White Mountains of Inyo County-Death Valley National Park-
Including Westgard Pass, Bristlecone Pine, 
Furnace Creek, Stovepipe Wells, and Shoshone
803 AM PDT Fri Oct 20 2017

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

The National Weather Service in Las Vegas has issued a Wind
Advisory, which is in effect until 8 PM PDT this evening. 

* TIMING...Winds will increase this morning, peak in the 
  afternoon, and decrease after sunset. 

* WINDS...North winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts 35 to 45 mph. Higher
  gusts of 45-55 mph will be likely across the high terrain of
  Death Valley National Park and the White Mountains.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds could make travel hazardous on north
  south roadways, including State Route 190 through Death Valley.
  Visibility could also be reduced in areas due to blowing dust,
  particularly in Death Valley National Park.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means strong winds gusting over 40 mph can make
driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use
extra caution.

&&

$$

CAZ520-210300-
/O.EXT.KVEF.WI.Y.0043.000000T0000Z-171021T0300Z/
Owens Valley-
Including Bishop, Independence, Lone Pine, 
and Olancha
803 AM PDT Fri Oct 20 2017

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

* TIMING...Gusty winds will continue through this afternoon, then
  decrease this evening.

* WINDS...Localized west winds gusting 40 to 50 mph, particularly
  east of the mouths of canyons in the Sierra. Winds will turn to
  the north behind a cold front this morning and gust 35 to 45
  mph.

* IMPACTS...Sudden crosswinds could make travel hazardous near 
  and west of US Highway 395, especially for high profile 
  vehicles. Visibility may also be reduced due to areas of 
  blowing dust. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means strong winds gusting over 40 mph can make
driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use
extra caution.

&&

$$

AZZ001-003-CAZ523>525-210300-
/O.CON.KVEF.WI.Y.0043.000000T0000Z-171021T0300Z/
Northwest Plateau-Northwest Deserts-Western Mojave Desert-
Eastern Mojave Desert-Morongo Basin-
Including Colorado City, 
Pipe Spring National Monument, Tuweep, Mt Trumbell, 
Western Grand Canyon, Kingman, Golden Valley, Dolan Springs, 
Valentine, Wikieup, Yucca, Barstow, Daggett, Fort Irwin, Baker, 
Mountain Pass, Mitchell Caverns, Morongo Valley, Yucca Valley, 
and Twentynine Palms
803 AM PDT Fri Oct 20 2017 /803 AM MST Fri Oct 20 2017/

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

* TIMING...Winds will increase this morning, peak in the 
  afternoon, and decrease after sunset. 

* WINDS...West to southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts 35 to 
  45 mph. Higher gusts of 45-55 mph will be likely across the 
  Western Mojave Desert, including Barstow, Daggett, and Fort 
  Irwin. 

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds could make travel hazardous on 
  north south roadways, including Interstate 15. Visibility 
  could also be reduced in areas due to blowing dust, 
  particularly near the Mojave River. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means strong winds gusting over 40 mph can make
driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use
extra caution.

&&

$$

NVZ014-210300-
/O.CON.KVEF.WI.Y.0043.000000T0000Z-171021T0300Z/
Esmeralda and Central Nye County-
Including Beatty, Goldfield, Silver Peak, and Dyer
803 AM PDT Fri Oct 20 2017

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

* TIMING...Winds will increase this morning, peak in the late 
  morning and afternoon, and decrease after sunset. 

* WINDS...North winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts 35 to 45 mph.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds could make travel hazardous on 
  area roadways. Visibility could also be reduced in areas due 
  to blowing dust. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means strong winds gusting over 40 mph can make
driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use
extra caution.

&&

$$
701 
WWUS75 KVEF 201721
NPWVEF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Las Vegas NV
1021 AM PDT Fri Oct 20 2017

CAZ519-520-210300-
/O.UPG.KVEF.WI.Y.0043.000000T0000Z-171021T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KVEF.HW.W.0012.171020T1721Z-171020T2000Z/
/O.NEW.KVEF.WI.Y.0044.171020T2000Z-171021T0300Z/
Eastern Sierra Slopes-Owens Valley-
Including Aspendell, Whitney Portal, Bishop, 
Independence, Lone Pine, and Olancha
1021 AM PDT Fri Oct 20 2017

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM PDT THIS AFTERNOON...
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM PDT THIS EVENING...

The National Weather Service in Las Vegas has issued a High Wind
Warning, which is in effect until 1 PM PDT this afternoon. A Wind
Advisory has also been issued. This Wind Advisory is in effect
until 8 PM PDT this evening. The Wind Advisory is no longer in
effect. 

* TIMING...Gusty winds will continue through today and decrease 
  after sunset. 

* WINDS...West to southwest winds gusting to 70 mph will turn to 
  a northerly direction this morning. Gusts of 35-55 are 
  possible behind the front. 

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds could make travel hazardous
  especially along Highway 395. Visibility could also be reduced 
  in areas due to blowing dust. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected
or occurring. Strong winds can make driving dangerous...rapidly
reduce visibility in dust prone areas and lead to property
damage.

A Wind Advisory means strong winds gusting over 40 mph can make
driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use
extra caution.

&&

$$

AZZ001-003-CAZ523>525-210300-
/O.CON.KVEF.WI.Y.0043.000000T0000Z-171021T0300Z/
Northwest Plateau-Northwest Deserts-Western Mojave Desert-
Eastern Mojave Desert-Morongo Basin-
Including Colorado City, 
Pipe Spring National Monument, Tuweep, Mt Trumbell, 
Western Grand Canyon, Kingman, Golden Valley, Dolan Springs, 
Valentine, Wikieup, Yucca, Barstow, Daggett, Fort Irwin, Baker, 
Mountain Pass, Mitchell Caverns, Morongo Valley, Yucca Valley, 
and Twentynine Palms
1021 AM PDT Fri Oct 20 2017 /1021 AM MST Fri Oct 20 2017/

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

* TIMING...Winds will increase this morning, peak in the 
  afternoon, and decrease after sunset. 

* WINDS...West to southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts 35 to 
  45 mph. Higher gusts of 45-55 mph will be likely across the 
  Western Mojave Desert, including Barstow, Daggett, and Fort 
  Irwin. 

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds could make travel hazardous on 
  north south roadways, including Interstate 15. Visibility 
  could also be reduced in areas due to blowing dust, 
  particularly near the Mojave River. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means strong winds gusting over 40 mph can make
driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use
extra caution.

&&

$$

CAZ521-522-NVZ014-210300-
/O.CON.KVEF.WI.Y.0043.000000T0000Z-171021T0300Z/
White Mountains of Inyo County-Death Valley National Park-
Esmeralda and Central Nye County-
Including Westgard Pass, Bristlecone Pine, 
Furnace Creek, Stovepipe Wells, Shoshone, Beatty, Goldfield, 
Silver Peak, and Dyer
1021 AM PDT Fri Oct 20 2017

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

* TIMING...Winds will increase this morning, peak in the late 
  morning and afternoon, and decrease after sunset. 

* WINDS...North winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts 35 to 45 mph.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds could make travel hazardous on 
  area roadways. Visibility could also be reduced in areas due 
  to blowing dust. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means strong winds gusting over 40 mph can make
driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use
extra caution.

&&

$$

AZZ002-036-CAZ527-NVZ021-210300-
/O.CON.KVEF.LW.Y.0009.171021T0300Z-171022T0100Z/
Lake Havasu and Fort Mohave-Lake Mead National Recreation Area-
San Bernardino County-Upper Colorado River Valley-
Including Lake Havasu City, Desert Hills, Topock, 
Bullhead City, Oatman, Mohave Valley, Needles, Hoover Dam, 
and Laughlin
1021 AM PDT Fri Oct 20 2017 /1021 AM MST Fri Oct 20 2017/

...LAKE WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM PDT /8 PM MST/
THIS EVENING TO 6 PM PDT /6 PM MST/ SATURDAY...

* TIMING...Winds will increase behind a cold front overnight, 
  peak Saturday morning, then decrease late Saturday afternoon. 

* WINDS...North winds 20 to 30 mph, gusting 30 to 40 mph.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will create rough water conditions on 
  Lake Mead, Lake Mohave, and Lake Havasu. Waves could swamp 
  small craft. Areas of low visibility due to blowing dust will 
  be possible. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Lake Wind Advisory indicates that winds will cause rough chop
on area lakes. Small boats will be especially prone to capsizing.

&&

$$
749 
WWUS75 KVEF 202001
NPWVEF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Las Vegas NV
101 PM PDT Fri Oct 20 2017

CAZ519-520-210300-
/O.EXP.KVEF.HW.W.0012.000000T0000Z-171020T2000Z/
/O.CON.KVEF.WI.Y.0044.000000T0000Z-171021T0300Z/
Eastern Sierra Slopes-Owens Valley-
Including Aspendell, Whitney Portal, Bishop, 
Independence, Lone Pine, and Olancha
101 PM PDT Fri Oct 20 2017

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

* TIMING...Gusty winds will continue through today and decrease 
  after sunset. 

* WINDS...Gusts of 35 to 55 are possible through this evening. 

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds could make travel hazardous 
  especially along Highway 395. Visibility could also be reduced 
  in areas due to blowing dust. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means strong winds gusting over 40 mph can make
driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use
extra caution.

&&

$$

AZZ001-003-CAZ523>525-210300-
/O.CON.KVEF.WI.Y.0043.000000T0000Z-171021T0300Z/
Northwest Plateau-Northwest Deserts-Western Mojave Desert-
Eastern Mojave Desert-Morongo Basin-
Including Colorado City, 
Pipe Spring National Monument, Tuweep, Mt Trumbell, 
Western Grand Canyon, Kingman, Golden Valley, Dolan Springs, 
Valentine, Wikieup, Yucca, Barstow, Daggett, Fort Irwin, Baker, 
Mountain Pass, Mitchell Caverns, Morongo Valley, Yucca Valley, 
and Twentynine Palms
101 PM PDT Fri Oct 20 2017 /101 PM MST Fri Oct 20 2017/

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

* TIMING...Winds will increase this morning, peak in the 
  afternoon, and decrease after sunset. 

* WINDS...West to southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts 35 to 
  45 mph. Higher gusts of 45-55 mph will be likely across the 
  Western Mojave Desert, including Barstow, Daggett, and Fort 
  Irwin. 

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds could make travel hazardous on 
  north south roadways, including Interstate 15. Visibility 
  could also be reduced in areas due to blowing dust, 
  particularly near the Mojave River. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means strong winds gusting over 40 mph can make
driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use
extra caution.

&&

$$

CAZ521-522-NVZ014-210300-
/O.CON.KVEF.WI.Y.0043.000000T0000Z-171021T0300Z/
White Mountains of Inyo County-Death Valley National Park-
Esmeralda and Central Nye County-
Including Westgard Pass, Bristlecone Pine, 
Furnace Creek, Stovepipe Wells, Shoshone, Beatty, Goldfield, 
Silver Peak, and Dyer
101 PM PDT Fri Oct 20 2017

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

* TIMING...Winds will increase this morning, peak in the late 
  morning and afternoon, and decrease after sunset. 

* WINDS...North winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts 35 to 45 mph.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds could make travel hazardous on 
  area roadways. Visibility could also be reduced in areas due 
  to blowing dust. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means strong winds gusting over 40 mph can make
driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use
extra caution.

&&

$$

AZZ002-036-CAZ527-NVZ021-210415-
/O.CON.KVEF.LW.Y.0009.171021T0300Z-171022T0100Z/
Lake Havasu and Fort Mohave-Lake Mead National Recreation Area-
San Bernardino County-Upper Colorado River Valley-
Including Lake Havasu City, Desert Hills, Topock, 
Bullhead City, Oatman, Mohave Valley, Needles, Hoover Dam, 
and Laughlin
101 PM PDT Fri Oct 20 2017 /101 PM MST Fri Oct 20 2017/

...LAKE WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM PDT /8 PM MST/
THIS EVENING TO 6 PM PDT /6 PM MST/ SATURDAY...

* TIMING...Winds will increase behind a cold front overnight, 
  peak Saturday morning, then decrease late Saturday afternoon. 

* WINDS...North winds 20 to 30 mph, gusting 30 to 40 mph.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will create rough water conditions on 
  Lake Mead, Lake Mohave, and Lake Havasu. Waves could swamp 
  small craft. Areas of low visibility due to blowing dust will 
  be possible. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Lake Wind Advisory indicates that winds will cause rough chop
on area lakes. Small boats will be especially prone to capsizing.

&&

$$
335 
WWUS75 KVEF 202138
NPWVEF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Las Vegas NV
238 PM PDT Fri Oct 20 2017

AZZ001-003-CAZ523>525-210300-
/O.CON.KVEF.WI.Y.0043.000000T0000Z-171021T0300Z/
Northwest Plateau-Northwest Deserts-Western Mojave Desert-
Eastern Mojave Desert-Morongo Basin-
Including Colorado City, 
Pipe Spring National Monument, Tuweep, Mt Trumbell, 
Western Grand Canyon, Kingman, Golden Valley, Dolan Springs, 
Valentine, Wikieup, Yucca, Barstow, Daggett, Fort Irwin, Baker, 
Mountain Pass, Mitchell Caverns, Morongo Valley, Yucca Valley, 
and Twentynine Palms
238 PM PDT Fri Oct 20 2017 /238 PM MST Fri Oct 20 2017/

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

* TIMING...Winds will be strongest this afternoon and then
  decrease after sunset. 

* WINDS...West to southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts 35 to 
  45 mph. Higher gusts of 45-55 mph will be likely across the 
  Western Mojave Desert, including Barstow, Daggett, and Fort 
  Irwin. 

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds could make travel hazardous on 
  north south roadways, including Interstate 15. Visibility 
  could also be reduced in areas due to blowing dust, 
  particularly near the Mojave River. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means strong winds gusting over 40 mph can make
driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use
extra caution.

&&

$$

CAZ519-520-210300-
/O.CON.KVEF.WI.Y.0044.000000T0000Z-171021T0300Z/
Eastern Sierra Slopes-Owens Valley-
Including Aspendell, Whitney Portal, Bishop, 
Independence, Lone Pine, and Olancha
238 PM PDT Fri Oct 20 2017

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

* TIMING...Gusty winds will continue into this evening and 
  decrease after sunset. 

* WINDS...Gusts of 35 to 55 are possible through this evening.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds could make travel hazardous 
  especially along Highway 395. Visibility could also be reduced 
  in areas due to blowing dust. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means strong winds gusting over 40 mph can make
driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use
extra caution.

&&

$$

CAZ521-522-NVZ014-210300-
/O.CON.KVEF.WI.Y.0043.000000T0000Z-171021T0300Z/
White Mountains of Inyo County-Death Valley National Park-
Esmeralda and Central Nye County-
Including Westgard Pass, Bristlecone Pine, 
Furnace Creek, Stovepipe Wells, Shoshone, Beatty, Goldfield, 
Silver Peak, and Dyer
238 PM PDT Fri Oct 20 2017

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

* TIMING...Gusty winds will continue through the remainder of the
  afternoon, and decrease after sunset. 

* WINDS...North winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts 35 to 45 mph.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds could make travel hazardous on 
  area roadways. Visibility could also be reduced in areas due 
  to blowing dust. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means strong winds gusting over 40 mph can make
driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use
extra caution.

&&

$$

AZZ002-036-CAZ527-NVZ021-210300-
/O.CON.KVEF.LW.Y.0009.171021T0300Z-171022T0100Z/
Lake Havasu and Fort Mohave-Lake Mead National Recreation Area-
San Bernardino County-Upper Colorado River Valley-
Including Lake Havasu City, Desert Hills, Topock, 
Bullhead City, Oatman, Mohave Valley, Needles, Hoover Dam, 
and Laughlin
238 PM PDT Fri Oct 20 2017 /238 PM MST Fri Oct 20 2017/

...LAKE WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM PDT /8 PM MST/
THIS EVENING TO 6 PM PDT /6 PM MST/ SATURDAY...

* TIMING...Winds will increase behind a cold front overnight, 
  peak Saturday morning, then decrease late Saturday afternoon. 

* WINDS...North winds 20 to 30 mph, gusting 30 to 40 mph.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will create rough water conditions on 
  Lake Mead, Lake Mohave, and Lake Havasu. Waves could swamp 
  small craft. Areas of low visibility due to blowing dust will 
  be possible. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Lake Wind Advisory indicates that winds will cause rough chop
on area lakes. Small boats will be especially prone to capsizing.

&&

$$
308 
WWUS75 KVEF 210252
NPWVEF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Las Vegas NV
752 PM PDT Fri Oct 20 2017

AZZ001-003-CAZ523>525-210400-
/O.EXP.KVEF.WI.Y.0043.000000T0000Z-171021T0300Z/
Northwest Plateau-Northwest Deserts-Western Mojave Desert-
Eastern Mojave Desert-Morongo Basin-
Including Colorado City, 
Pipe Spring National Monument, Tuweep, Mt Trumbell, 
Western Grand Canyon, Kingman, Golden Valley, Dolan Springs, 
Valentine, Wikieup, Yucca, Barstow, Daggett, Fort Irwin, Baker, 
Mountain Pass, Mitchell Caverns, Morongo Valley, Yucca Valley, 
and Twentynine Palms
752 PM PDT Fri Oct 20 2017 /752 PM MST Fri Oct 20 2017/

...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 8 PM PDT /8 PM MST/ THIS
EVENING...

Winds will continue to diminish across the region following 
the passage of a cold front. 

$$

CAZ519-520-210400-
/O.EXP.KVEF.WI.Y.0044.000000T0000Z-171021T0300Z/
Eastern Sierra Slopes-Owens Valley-
Including Aspendell, Whitney Portal, Bishop, 
Independence, Lone Pine, and Olancha
752 PM PDT Fri Oct 20 2017

...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 8 PM PDT THIS EVENING...

Winds will continue to diminish across the region following 
the passage of a cold front. 

$$

CAZ521-522-NVZ014-210400-
/O.EXP.KVEF.WI.Y.0043.000000T0000Z-171021T0300Z/
White Mountains of Inyo County-Death Valley National Park-
Esmeralda and Central Nye County-
Including Westgard Pass, Bristlecone Pine, 
Furnace Creek, Stovepipe Wells, Shoshone, Beatty, Goldfield, 
Silver Peak, and Dyer
752 PM PDT Fri Oct 20 2017

...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 8 PM PDT THIS EVENING...

Winds will continue to diminish across the region following 
the passage of a cold front. 

$$

AZZ002-036-CAZ527-NVZ021-211100-
/O.CON.KVEF.LW.Y.0009.171021T0300Z-171022T0100Z/
Lake Havasu and Fort Mohave-Lake Mead National Recreation Area-
San Bernardino County-Upper Colorado River Valley-
Including Lake Havasu City, Desert Hills, Topock, 
Bullhead City, Oatman, Mohave Valley, Needles, Hoover Dam, 
and Laughlin
752 PM PDT Fri Oct 20 2017 /752 PM MST Fri Oct 20 2017/

...LAKE WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM PDT /6 PM MST/
SATURDAY...

* TIMING...Winds will increase behind a cold front overnight, 
  peak Saturday morning, then decrease late Saturday afternoon. 

* WINDS...North winds 20 to 30 mph, gusting 30 to 40 mph.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will create rough water conditions on 
  Lake Mead, Lake Mohave, and Lake Havasu. Waves could swamp 
  small craft. Areas of low visibility due to blowing dust will 
  be possible. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Lake Wind Advisory indicates that winds will cause rough chop
on area lakes. Small boats will be especially prone to capsizing.

&&

$$

The office that day

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Sources

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