Flash Flood Warning 12, NWS Reno, NV

942 
WGUS75 KREV 220321
FFSREV

Flash Flood Statement
National Weather Service Reno NV
821 PM PDT SAT JUL 21 2018

NVC027-031-220530-
/O.CON.KREV.FF.W.0012.000000T0000Z-180722T0530Z/
/00000.0.ER.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.OO/
Pershing NV-Washoe NV-
821 PM PDT SAT JUL 21 2018

...THE FLASH FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1030 PM PDT FOR
WEST CENTRAL PERSHING AND CENTRAL WASHOE COUNTIES...

At 813 PM PDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing 
moderate rain north of Pyramid Lake. Run off from earlier heavy 
rains may be producing flash flooding north of the lake. 

Rainfall intensity will continue to decrease through the evening,but 
the threat for flooding will remain for a couple of hours.

Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Pyramid Lake, Gerlach-Empire, Sand Pass, Kumiva Peak, The Needle
Rocks and Tohakum Peak.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.

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LAT...LON 4059 11921 4006 11930 3994 11992 4022 11993
      4050 11954

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719 
WGUS75 KREV 220408
FFSREV

Flash Flood Statement
National Weather Service Reno NV
908 PM PDT SAT JUL 21 2018

NVC027-031-220418-
/O.CAN.KREV.FF.W.0012.000000T0000Z-180722T0530Z/
/00000.0.ER.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.OO/
Pershing NV-Washoe NV-
908 PM PDT SAT JUL 21 2018

...THE FLASH FLOOD WARNING FOR WEST CENTRAL PERSHING AND CENTRAL
WASHOE COUNTIES IS CANCELLED...

The heavy rain has ended. Flooding is no longer expected to pose a
threat. Please continue to heed any remaining road closures.

LAT...LON 4059 11921 4006 11930 3994 11992 4022 11993
      4050 11954

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Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Reno NV
1213 PM PDT Sat Jul 21 2018

.SYNOPSIS...

Thunderstorm coverage will continue to increase today through
Monday bringing locally heavy rainfall and increased flash
flooding potential. Hot weather returns from the middle to the
end of next week with a drying trend looking likely.

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.SHORT TERM...

The 12z KREV sounding indicated PWAT values of 0.85" and surface
dewpoints are elevated from approximately the I-80 corridor south.
These are signs of what is to come with additional moisture
continuing to be advected into the region. This will push
thunderstorm coverage farther north today compared to yesterday with
the main northward progression along the eastern Sierra into the
Sweetwaters, then Pine Nut and Virginia Ranges. As the westerly
zephyr afternoon winds kick in, it may organize activity and drive
it eastward. Otherwise, storm motions will generally be SSW to NNE.
The other area of possible storm development will be across Lassen
into northern Washoe counties where elevated instability was
observed in the ACCAS fields present this morning. Activity will
be more isolated in this area as deeper moisture and instability
remain to the south.

Nocturnal storms look possible tonight as the remnants of a
convective complex currently moving through southern Nevada lift
northward. Coverage looks to be more widespread on Sunday and
Monday with weak shortwaves rotating through the region, but the
one question mark is how much remnant cloud cover there could be
from storms the previous day/night. If cloud cover is too dense in
some locations, it could inhibit the surface instability.

The ample moisture and instability bring an increased flash flood
threat, especially in steep terrain and recent burn scars. Despite
all this, dry lightning strikes outside of the rain core could
potentially ignite new fires. The greatest risk would be from
storms that develop closer to the Oregon border as moisture is not
as deep through these areas yet. Several new fires started
yesterday from lightning, but most did not spread far due to the
abundant rainfall.

There are many outdoor festivals and sporting events occurring this
weekend, so please pay close attention to the weather surrounding
you. Some things to keep in mind -- if you can hear thunder, you are
close enough to be struck by lightning. Also, heavy rain can drop
temperatures by 30 degrees in a short period of time. This can
easily catch campers/backpackers off guard, so prepare for wet
weather.

Smoke and haze mainly from the Ferguson Fire in California will
continue to impact the region, with the density dependent on how
actively the fire burns. The other wild card is thunderstorm
outflows which can either help to clear the air or in some cases,
push additional smoke into areas downwind of the fire. -Dawn

.LONG TERM...Tuesday through Early August...

Thunderstorm coverage will start to diminish after Tuesday as the
high pressure over the Four-Corners area drifts west. This will
allow the heat to return with afternoon highs creeping back above
100 for the western NV valleys. If storms do develop Wednesday-
Friday of next week they should be limited to Mono County. Winds
will also be light aside from the typical afternoon/evening breezes
off the Sierra.

Looking ahead to end of July and start of August, models keep the
high pressure over Nevada/Utah/Arizona with positive temperature
anomalies. This could keep the 100 degree days going for the western
NV valleys and low 90s for the Sierra. A few simulations do show
some moisture pushing northward as well, so the threat for a few
thunderstorms also remains. Brong

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.AVIATION...

Convection allowing models so far today continue to pinpoint some
thunderstorms develop in the vicinity of a RNO-CXP-MMH line with just
enough west wind to push storms away from the Sierra Crest. Heavy
rain, outflows to 45 kts, and hail are the primary threats.
Thunderstorm activity will continue across the eastern Sierra and
western Nevada through Tuesday.

Smoke from the Ferguson fire will keep slantwise visibility reduced
south of LOL-RNO-TVL with highest reduction in visibility for
Mono/Lyon/Mineral Counties through early Sunday. Brong

&&

.REV Watches/Warnings/Advisories...
NV...None.
CA...None.
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For more information from the National Weather Service visit...
http://weather.gov/reno

PRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE RENO NV
323 PM PDT SAT JUL 21 2018

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

0300 PM     FLASH FLOOD      6 S HOLBROOK JUNCTION   38.65N 119.57W
07/21/2018                   MONTEREY           CA   DEPT OF HIGHWAYS

            CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL REPORTED A FLASH FLOOD CROSSING
            THE ROAD WITH TREES AND BOULDERS.

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ZTOLBY

Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Reno NV
344 PM PDT SAT JUL 21 2018

CAZ072-NVZ002-003-212315-
Greater Lake Tahoe Area CA-Greater Lake Tahoe Area NV-Greater Reno-
Carson City-Minden Area NV-
344 PM PDT SAT JUL 21 2018

...Storm moving over Lake Tahoe...

At 343 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Zephyr Cove-Round Hill Village, or near South Lake Tahoe, moving
northwest at 10 mph.

Half inch hail and winds in excess of 40 mph will be possible with
this storm.

Locations impacted include...
Carson City, South Lake Tahoe, Dagget Pass, Spooner Summit,
Glenbrook, Zephyr Cove, Genoa, Zephyr Cove-Round Hill Village,
Kingsbury, Heavenly Valley and Stateline.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If on or near Lake Tahoe, get out of the water and move indoors or
inside a vehicle. Remember, lightning can strike out to 10 miles
from the parent thunderstorm. If you can hear thunder, you are close
enough to be struck by lightning. Move to safe shelter now! Do not
be caught on the water in a thunderstorm.

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LAT...LON 3897 11983 3892 11995 3908 12010 3916 11991
TIME...MOT...LOC 2243Z 146DEG 10KT 3899 11993

BB

Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Reno NV
408 PM PDT SAT JUL 21 2018

CAZ072-NVZ002-003-220000-
Greater Lake Tahoe Area CA-Greater Lake Tahoe Area NV-Greater Reno-
Carson City-Minden Area NV-
408 PM PDT SAT JUL 21 2018

...ANOTHER STRONG THUNDERSTORM MOVING INTO DOUGLAS COUNTY...

At 405 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Mesa Vista, or 10 miles southwest of Gardnerville, moving north at 10
mph.

Dime size hail and wind gusts up to 50 mph will be possible with
this storm. Brief heavy rain is also possible with this storm.
Outflow winds could reach as far northwest as South Lake Tahoe.

Locations impacted include...
South Lake Tahoe, Gardnerville, Gardnerville Ranchos, Dagget Pass,
Kingsbury, Mesa Vista, Alpine Village, Zephyr Cove-Round Hill
Village, Stateline, Heavenly Valley, Paynesville, and Minden.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.

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LAT...LON 3879 11976 3879 11994 3898 11998 3900 11975
TIME...MOT...LOC 2305Z 174DEG 10KT 3882 11985

PRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE RENO NV
420 PM PDT SAT JUL 21 2018

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

0400 PM     DEBRIS FLOW      2 ESE SPARKS            39.54N 119.70W
07/21/2018                   WASHOE             NV   LAW ENFORCEMENT

            SPARKS POLICE DEPT. REPORTED A MUD SLIDE
            NEAR THE VISTA/LOOP AREA IN SPARKS, NV THAT
            HAS STOPPED TRAFFIC ON THE ROADWAY. MUD
            SLIDE TRIGGERED BY HEAVY RAINFALL DUE TO
            THUNDERSTORMS.

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Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Reno NV
520 PM PDT SAT JUL 21 2018

CAZ072-073-NVZ003-220215-
Greater Lake Tahoe Area CA-Mono CA-Greater Reno-Carson City-
Minden Area NV-
520 PM PDT SAT JUL 21 2018

...THUNDERSTORMS WITH HEAVY RAIN CONTINUING OVER MONO COUNTY...

At 516 PM PDT, scattered thunderstorms producing moderate to heavy
rain continue over parts of Mono County. The strongest storms are
west of Mono lake and north of Bridgeport, but additional storms are
likely through the early evening hours.

Half inch hail and winds in excess of 40 mph will be possible with
these storms along with periods of moderate to heavy rain. This area
has already received a significant amount of rain both yesterday and
today. Additional heavy rain could cause rock slides and debris
flows in steep terrain along with minor flooding of roads and
trails in the back country.

Locations impacted include...
Mammoth Lakes, Bridgeport, Lee Vining, Twin Lakes, Bodie, Chalfant,
Toms Place, Crowley Lake, Mono Lake, Coleville, June Lake, Sonora
Pass, Bridgeport Reservoir, Robinson Creek Campground, Conway Summit,
Walker, Grover Hot Springs, Benton Hot Springs, Devils Gate Summit
and Crestview.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heavy rainfall is occurring with these storms. Expect ponding of
water on roadways. In areas of steep terrain, minor rock slides are
possible. Drivers should slow down and turn on their headlights if
encountering heavy rains.

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LAT...LON 3758 11901 3789 11921 3795 11932 3804 11931
      3819 11962 3835 11963 3845 11968 3871 11998
      3881 11972 3835 11909 3748 11820 3746 11878
TIME...MOT...LOC 0016Z 174DEG 0KT 3791 11919

PRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE RENO NV
552 PM PDT SAT JUL 21 2018

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

0540 PM     FLASH FLOOD      1 SSE SPARKS            39.52N 119.72W
07/21/2018                   WASHOE             NV   LAW ENFORCEMENT

            SPARKS POLICE DEPT. REPORTED HEAVY FLOODING
            NEAR THE INDUSTRIAL AREA IN SPARKS, NV DUE
            TO HEAVY RAINFALL FROM THUNDERSTORMS.

0500 PM     HEAVY RAIN       RENO-TAHOE INTL AIRPORT 39.50N 119.77W
07/21/2018  M1.01 INCH       WASHOE             NV   ASOS

            THE RENO-TAHOE INTL. AIRPORT ASOS MEASURED
            1.01 INCHES OF HEAVY RAIN FROM THUNDERSTORMS
            WITHIN THE LAST TWO HOURS.

0447 PM     DEBRIS FLOW      5 SSE LEE VINING        37.89N 119.09W
07/21/2018                   MONO               CA   DEPT OF HIGHWAYS

            CALIFORNIA HWY PATROL REPORTED A ROCK
            SLIDE/DEBRIS FLOW CLOSING SR 120/US 395 JUST
            SOUTH OF LEE VINING DUE TO HEAVY RAINFALL
            FROM THUNDERSTORMS.

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