Alert archive / Nevada / High Wind Warnings in 2018
High Wind Warning 1, NWS Reno, NV
NWS Reno, NV issued this high wind warning at Jan 17, 2018, 2:32 PM PST for Mono County, California; 4 counties in Nevada. It took effect at Jan 18, 2018, 10:00 AM PST. It was in force for 12 hr. 3 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
- Jan 17, 2018, 2:32 PM PST (22:32 UTC)
- In effect from
- Jan 18, 2018, 10:00 AM PST
- Expired
- Jan 18, 2018, 10:00 PM PST
- In force
- 12 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Reno, NV
Counties Mono County, CA, Douglas County, NV, Lyon County, NV, Storey County, NV, Washoe County, NV
The radar
The Reno radar (KRGX), 62 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
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What was reported inside it
| Time | Report | Where | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 18, 3:00 PM PST | NON-TSTM WND GST 55 | 2 Ssw Sun Valley, NV | 55 MPH WIND GUST MEASURED AT THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE FORECAST OFFICE. |
| Jan 18, 3:48 PM PST | NON-TSTM WND GST 70 | 2 Nne Washoe City, NV | MESONET STATION GLCNV, 2 NNE WASHOE CITY. |
| Jan 18, 4:35 PM PST | NON-TSTM WND GST 59 | 2 N Stead, NV | AWOS STATION RTS, 2 N STEAD. |
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 12:00Z, 10.5 hours before the alert went out and 109 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.
- Mixed-layer CAPE
- 0 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- No buoyant parcel
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 1334 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 41 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- 107 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 132 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.0
The text
As transmitted.
900 WWUS75 KREV 172232 NPWREV URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Reno NV 232 PM PST Wed Jan 17 2018 NVZ001-172345- /O.CAN.KREV.HW.A.0001.180118T2100Z-180119T1200Z/ Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties- 232 PM PST Wed Jan 17 2018 ...HIGH WIND WATCH IS CANCELLED... The National Weather Service in Reno has cancelled the High Wind Watch. The High Wind Watch for Mineral and Southern Lyon County for Thursday has been cancelled. However, gusty winds of 40 to 45 mph are still possible mainly through southern Lyon County Thursday afternoon and evening. $$ NVZ003-181200- /O.UPG.KREV.HW.A.0001.180118T1500Z-180119T0300Z/ /O.NEW.KREV.HW.W.0001.180118T1800Z-180119T0600Z/ Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area- Including the cities of Sparks, Gardnerville, and Virginia City 232 PM PST Wed Jan 17 2018 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 10 PM PST THURSDAY... The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a High Wind Warning, which is in effect from 10 AM to 10 PM PST Thursday. This is an upgrade from the High Wind Watch. * Timing: South to southwest winds will begin increasing early Thursday morning ahead of a strong cold front. Winds will peak Thursday afternoon and early evening before decreasing behind the front. * Winds: South to southwest 20 to 35 mph with gusts to 65 mph possible. Wind-prone areas such as I-580 south of Reno and Highway 395 near Stead and Cold Springs could see gusts 65 to 75 mph. * Impacts: Dangerous cross-wind conditions, especially for high profile vehicles, may result in loss of vehicle control. Semi trucks will be in danger of tipping over. Travel restrictions are likely for high-profile vehicles. Possible damage to trees and powerlines. Aviation will also be impacted by these winds. Some flights may be delayed. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio furniture and trash cans before winds increase. The best thing to do is prepare ahead of time by making sure you have extra food and water on hand, flashlights with spare batteries and/or candles in the event of a power outage. Be prepared to take alternate routes if roads are closed due to high winds, particularly if you plan on traveling in a high- profile vehicle. Snow will follow the winds; see the special weather statement for more details. && $$ CAZ073-181200- /O.UPG.KREV.HW.A.0001.180118T2100Z-180119T1200Z/ /O.NEW.KREV.HW.W.0001.180119T0000Z-180119T1200Z/ Mono County- Including the cities of Bridgeport and Mammoth Lakes 232 PM PST Wed Jan 17 2018 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THURSDAY TO 4 AM PST FRIDAY... The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a High Wind Warning, which is in effect from 4 PM Thursday to 4 AM PST Friday. This is an upgrade from the High Wind Watch. * Timing: Winds will begin increasing by mid to late Thursday morning ahead of a strong cold front. Winds are expected to peak Thursday evening or very early Friday morning before decreasing behind the front. * Winds: South to southwest 20 to 35 mph with gusts to 65 mph possible. Wind-prone areas such as the mouth of canyons along Highway 395 or Highway 95 near Walker Lake could see wind gusts up to 75 mph. * Impacts: Dangerous cross-wind conditions, especially for high profile vehicles, may result in loss of vehicle control. Semi trucks will be in danger of tipping over. Possible damage to trees and powerlines. Aviation will also be impacted by these winds. Some flights may be delayed. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio furniture and trash cans before winds increase. 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. Be prepared to take alternate routes if roads are closed due to high winds, particularly if you plan on traveling in a high- profile vehicle. Snow will follow the winds; see the special weather statement for more details. && $$ CAZ072-NVZ002-181200- /O.NEW.KREV.LW.Y.0002.180118T0600Z-180118T2000Z/ Greater Lake Tahoe Area- Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Stateline, and Incline Village 232 PM PST Wed Jan 17 2018 ...LAKE WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON PST THURSDAY FOR LAKE TAHOE... The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a Lake Wind Advisory for Lake Tahoe, which is in effect from 10 PM this evening to noon PST Thursday. * Winds: Southwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * Wave Heights: 2 to 4 feet. Highest from mid-lake to northern and eastern shores. * Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to capsizing and should remain off lake waters until conditions improve. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Check lake conditions before heading out and be prepared for a sudden increase in winds and wave heights. Consider postponing boating activities on the lake until a day with less wind. && $$ NVZ004-181200- /O.NEW.KREV.LW.Y.0002.180118T1200Z-180119T0300Z/ Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake- 232 PM PST Wed Jan 17 2018 ...LAKE WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 7 PM PST THURSDAY FOR PYRAMID LAKE... The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a Lake Wind Advisory for Pyramid Lake, which is in effect from 4 AM to 7 PM PST Thursday. * Winds: South to southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 45 mph. * Wave Heights: 2 to 4 feet. * 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. && $$ http://weather.gov/reno
5 follow-up statements
648 WWUS75 KREV 172316 NPWREV URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Reno NV 316 PM PST Wed Jan 17 2018 NVZ003-181200- /O.CON.KREV.HW.W.0001.180118T1800Z-180119T0600Z/ Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area- Including the cities of Sparks, Gardnerville, and Virginia City 316 PM PST Wed Jan 17 2018 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 10 PM PST THURSDAY... * Timing: South to southwest winds will begin increasing early Thursday morning ahead of a strong cold front. Winds will peak Thursday afternoon and early evening before decreasing behind the front. * Winds: South to southwest 20 to 35 mph with gusts to 65 mph possible. Wind-prone areas such as I-580 south of Reno and Highway 395 near Stead and Cold Springs could see gusts 65 to 75 mph. * Impacts: Dangerous cross-wind conditions, especially for high profile vehicles, may result in loss of vehicle control. Semi trucks will be in danger of tipping over. Travel restrictions are likely for high-profile vehicles. Possible damage to trees and powerlines. Aviation will also be impacted by these winds. Some flights may be delayed. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio furniture and trash cans before winds increase. The best thing to do is prepare ahead of time by making sure you have extra food and water on hand, flashlights with spare batteries and/or candles in the event of a power outage. Be prepared to take alternate routes if roads are closed due to high winds, particularly if you plan on traveling in a high- profile vehicle. Snow will follow the winds; see the special weather statement for more details. && $$ CAZ073-181200- /O.CON.KREV.HW.W.0001.180119T0000Z-180119T1200Z/ Mono County- Including the cities of Bridgeport and Mammoth Lakes 316 PM PST Wed Jan 17 2018 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THURSDAY TO 4 AM PST FRIDAY... * Timing: Winds will begin increasing by mid to late Thursday morning ahead of a strong cold front. Winds are expected to peak Thursday evening or very early Friday morning before decreasing behind the front. * Winds: South to southwest 20 to 35 mph with gusts to 65 mph possible. Wind-prone areas such as the mouth of canyons along Highway 395 or Highway 95 near Walker Lake could see wind gusts up to 75 mph. * Impacts: Dangerous cross-wind conditions, especially for high profile vehicles, may result in loss of vehicle control. Semi trucks will be in danger of tipping over. Possible damage to trees and powerlines. Aviation will also be impacted by these winds. Some flights may be delayed. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio furniture and trash cans before winds increase. 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. Be prepared to take alternate routes if roads are closed due to high winds, particularly if you plan on traveling in a high- profile vehicle. Snow will follow the winds; see the special weather statement for more details. && $$ CAZ072-NVZ002-181200- /O.EXT.KREV.LW.Y.0002.180118T0600Z-180119T0000Z/ Greater Lake Tahoe Area- Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Stateline, and Incline Village 316 PM PST Wed Jan 17 2018 ...LAKE WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 4 PM PST THURSDAY FOR LAKE TAHOE... The Lake Wind Advisory for Lake Tahoe is now in effect from 10 PM this evening to 4 PM PST Thursday. * Winds: Southwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * Wave Heights: 2 to 4 feet. Highest from mid-lake to northern and eastern shores. * Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to capsizing and should remain off lake waters until conditions improve. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Check lake conditions before heading out and be prepared for a sudden increase in winds and wave heights. Consider postponing boating activities on the lake until a day with less wind. && $$ NVZ004-181200- /O.CON.KREV.LW.Y.0002.180118T1200Z-180119T0300Z/ Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake- 316 PM PST Wed Jan 17 2018 ...LAKE WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 7 PM PST THURSDAY FOR PYRAMID LAKE... * Winds: South to southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 45 mph. * Wave Heights: 2 to 4 feet. * 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. && $$ http://weather.gov/reno
516 WWUS75 KREV 181201 NPWREV URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Reno NV 401 AM PST Thu Jan 18 2018 NVZ003-190000- /O.CON.KREV.HW.W.0001.180118T1800Z-180119T0600Z/ Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area- Including the cities of Sparks, Gardnerville, and Virginia City 401 AM PST Thu Jan 18 2018 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 10 PM PST THIS EVENING... * Timing: South to southwest winds will begin increasing this morning ahead of a strong cold front. Winds will peak this afternoon and early evening before decreasing behind the front. * Winds: South to southwest 20 to 35 mph with gusts to 60 mph likely. Wind-prone areas such as I-580 south of Reno and Highway 395 near Stead and Cold Springs could see gusts up to 75 mph. * Impacts: Dangerous cross-wind conditions, especially for high profile vehicles, may result in loss of vehicle control. Semi trucks will be in danger of tipping over. Travel restrictions are likely for high-profile vehicles. Possible damage to trees and powerlines. Aviation will also be impacted by these winds. Some flights may be delayed. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio furniture and trash cans before winds increase. The best thing to do is prepare ahead of time by making sure you have extra food and water on hand, flashlights with spare batteries and/or candles in the event of a power outage. Be prepared to take alternate routes if roads are closed due to high winds, particularly if you plan on traveling in a high- profile vehicle. && $$ CAZ073-190000- /O.CON.KREV.HW.W.0001.180119T0000Z-180119T1200Z/ Mono County- Including the cities of Bridgeport and Mammoth Lakes 401 AM PST Thu Jan 18 2018 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 4 AM PST FRIDAY... * Timing: Winds will begin increasing this morning ahead of a strong cold front. Winds are expected to peak this evening through the late night hours before decreasing behind the front. * Winds: South to southwest 20 to 35 mph with gusts to 60 mph possible. Wind-prone areas including canyons along Highway 395 could see wind gusts up to 75 mph. * Impacts: Dangerous cross-wind conditions, especially for high profile vehicles, may result in loss of vehicle control. Semi trucks will be in danger of tipping over. Possible damage to trees and powerlines. Aviation will also be impacted by these winds. Some flights may be delayed. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio furniture and trash cans before winds increase. 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. Be prepared to take alternate routes if roads are closed due to high winds, particularly if you plan on traveling in a high- profile vehicle. && $$ CAZ072-NVZ002-190000- /O.CON.KREV.LW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-180119T0000Z/ Greater Lake Tahoe Area- Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Stateline, and Incline Village 401 AM PST Thu Jan 18 2018 ...LAKE WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM PST THIS AFTERNOON FOR LAKE TAHOE... * Winds: Southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * Wave Heights: 2 to 4 feet. Highest from mid-lake to northern and eastern shores. * Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to capsizing and should remain off lake waters until conditions improve. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Check lake conditions before heading out and be prepared for a sudden increase in winds and wave heights. Consider postponing boating activities on the lake until a day with less wind. && $$ NVZ004-190000- /O.CON.KREV.LW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-180119T0300Z/ Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake- 401 AM PST Thu Jan 18 2018 ...LAKE WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM PST THIS EVENING FOR PYRAMID LAKE... * Winds: South to southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 45 mph. * Wave Heights: 2 to 4 feet. * 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. && $$ http://weather.gov/reno
421 WWUS75 KREV 182322 NPWREV URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Reno NV 322 PM PST Thu Jan 18 2018 NVZ003-190600- /O.CON.KREV.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-180119T0600Z/ Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area- Including the cities of Sparks, Gardnerville, and Virginia City 322 PM PST Thu Jan 18 2018 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST THIS EVENING... * Timing: South to southwest winds will peak this afternoon and early evening before decreasing behind the front. * Winds: South to southwest 20 to 35 mph with gusts to 60 mph likely. Wind-prone areas such as I-580 south of Reno and Highway 395 near Stead and Cold Springs could see gusts up to 75 mph. * Impacts: Dangerous cross-wind conditions, especially for high profile vehicles, may result in loss of vehicle control. Semi trucks will be in danger of tipping over. Travel restrictions are likely for high-profile vehicles. Possible damage to trees and powerlines. Aviation will also be impacted by these winds. Some flights may be delayed. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio furniture and trash cans before winds increase. The best thing to do is prepare ahead of time by making sure you have extra food and water on hand, flashlights with spare batteries and/or candles in the event of a power outage. Be prepared to take alternate routes if roads are closed due to high winds, particularly if you plan on traveling in a high- profile vehicle. && $$ CAZ073-191130- /O.CON.KREV.HW.W.0001.180119T0000Z-180119T1200Z/ Mono County- Including the cities of Bridgeport and Mammoth Lakes 322 PM PST Thu Jan 18 2018 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST FRIDAY... * Timing: Winds will peak this evening through the late night hours before decreasing behind the front. * Winds: South to southwest 20 to 35 mph with gusts to 60 mph possible. Wind-prone areas including canyons along Highway 395 could see wind gusts up to 75 mph. * Impacts: Dangerous cross-wind conditions, especially for high profile vehicles, may result in loss of vehicle control. Semi trucks will be in danger of tipping over. Possible damage to trees and powerlines. Aviation will also be impacted by these winds. Some flights may be delayed. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio furniture and trash cans before winds increase. 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. Be prepared to take alternate routes if roads are closed due to high winds, particularly if you plan on traveling in a high- profile vehicle. && $$ CAZ072-NVZ002-190030- /O.CON.KREV.LW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-180119T0000Z/ Greater Lake Tahoe Area- Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Stateline, and Incline Village 322 PM PST Thu Jan 18 2018 ...LAKE WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM PST THIS AFTERNOON FOR LAKE TAHOE... * Winds: Southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * Wave Heights: 2 to 4 feet. Highest from mid-lake to northern and eastern shores. * Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to capsizing and should remain off lake waters until conditions improve. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Check lake conditions before heading out and be prepared for a sudden increase in winds and wave heights. Consider postponing boating activities on the lake until a day with less wind. && $$ NVZ004-190300- /O.CON.KREV.LW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-180119T0300Z/ Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake- 322 PM PST Thu Jan 18 2018 ...LAKE WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM PST THIS EVENING FOR PYRAMID LAKE... * Winds: South to southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 45 mph. Gusty winds will continue through the overnight hours. * Wave Heights: 2 to 4 feet. * 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. && $$ http://weather.gov/reno
017 WWUS75 KREV 190251 NPWREV URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Reno NV 651 PM PST Thu Jan 18 2018 NVZ004-190400- /O.EXP.KREV.LW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-180119T0300Z/ Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake- 651 PM PST Thu Jan 18 2018 ...LAKE WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 7 PM PST THIS EVENING FOR PYRAMID LAKE... The Lake Wind Advisory for Pyramid Lake will expire at 7 PM PST this evening. Gusty southwest winds will continue to decrease through the night. Winds should gust to just under 30 mph through 10 pm, then fall to 10 to 15 mph with occasional gusts to near 25 mph through Friday morning before shifting to the west-northwest. With the lake closed and winds decreasing we will allow the advisory to expire. $$ NVZ003-190600- /O.CON.KREV.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-180119T0600Z/ Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area- Including the cities of Sparks, Gardnerville, and Virginia City 651 PM PST Thu Jan 18 2018 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST THIS EVENING... * Timing: South to southwest winds will slowly fall through the evening. * Winds: South to southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 55 mph likely through 10 pm. Wind-prone areas such as I-580 south of Reno and Highway 395 near Stead and Cold Springs could see gusts up to 65 mph. * Impacts: Dangerous cross-wind conditions, especially for high profile vehicles, may result in loss of vehicle control. Semi trucks will be in danger of tipping over. Travel restrictions are likely for high-profile vehicles. Possible damage to trees and powerlines. Aviation will also be impacted by these winds. Some flights may be delayed. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio furniture and trash cans before winds increase. 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. Be prepared to take alternate routes if roads are closed due to high winds, particularly if you plan on traveling in a high- profile vehicle. && $$ CAZ073-191200- /O.CON.KREV.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-180119T1200Z/ Mono County- Including the cities of Bridgeport and Mammoth Lakes 651 PM PST Thu Jan 18 2018 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST FRIDAY... * Timing: Winds will peak this evening through the late night hours before decreasing behind the front. * Winds: South to southwest 20 to 35 mph with gusts to 60 mph possible. Wind-prone areas including canyons along Highway 395 could see wind gusts up to 65 mph. * Impacts: Dangerous cross-wind conditions, especially for high profile vehicles, may result in loss of vehicle control. Semi trucks will be in danger of tipping over. Possible damage to trees and powerlines. Aviation will also be impacted by these winds. Some flights may be delayed. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio furniture and trash cans before winds increase. The best thing to do is prepare ahead of time by making sure you have extra food and water on hand, flashlights with spare batteries and/or candles in the event of a power outage. Be prepared to take alternate routes if roads are closed due to high winds, particularly if you plan on traveling in a high- profile vehicle. && $$ http://weather.gov/reno
231 WWUS75 KREV 190553 NPWREV URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Reno NV 953 PM PST Thu Jan 18 2018 CAZ073-190700- /O.CAN.KREV.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-180119T1200Z/ Mono County- 953 PM PST Thu Jan 18 2018 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED... The National Weather Service in Reno has cancelled the High Wind Warning. Southwest to west winds of 15 to 25 mph with gusts of 45 to occasionally 50 mph will continue through much of the night before decreasing around daybreak Friday. With the winds decreasing below warning levels and a Winter Weather Advisory starting at 10 pm, we have opted to cancel the High Wind Warning for the rest of the night. $$ NVZ003-190700- /O.EXP.KREV.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-180119T0600Z/ Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area- Including the cities of Sparks, Gardnerville, and Virginia City 953 PM PST Thu Jan 18 2018 ...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 10 PM PST THIS EVENING... The High Wind Warning will expire at 10 PM PST this evening. Gusty winds continue to diminish across the region this evening. Winds will shift to the west at 10 to 20 mph with occasional gusts to around 45 mph through midnight then decreases further overnight. $$ http://weather.gov/reno
The office that day
Everything else NWS Reno, NV issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 17, 2:32 PM PST | Lake Wind Advisory | REV | Alpine, El Dorado, Nevada, Placer | 28 hr |
| Jan 17, 2:32 PM PST | Winter Storm Warning | REV | Alpine, El Dorado, Nevada, Placer | 41 hr |
| Jan 17, 2:32 PM PST | Winter Weather Advisory | REV | Lassen, Mono, Plumas, Sierra | 41 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; local storm reports from the same archive; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.