Alert archive / California / Blizzard Warnings in 2019
Blizzard Warning 1, NWS Reno, NV
NWS Reno, NV issued this blizzard warning at Jan 15, 2019, 2:14 PM PST for 5 counties in California; Douglas County, Washoe County, Nevada. It took effect at Jan 16, 2019, 7:00 PM PST. It was in force for 12 hr. 27 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 15, 2019, 2:14 PM PST (22:14 UTC)
- In effect from
- Jan 16, 2019, 7:00 PM PST
- Expired
- Jan 17, 2019, 7:00 AM PST
- In force
- 12 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Reno, NV
Counties Alpine County, CA, El Dorado County, CA, Mono County, CA, Nevada County, CA, Placer County, CA, Douglas County, NV, Washoe County, NV
The radar
The Reno radar (KRGX), 92 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 22:16 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.
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The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.
What was reported inside it
| Time | Report | Where | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 17, 1:00 AM PST | SNOW 8 | 4 N Spooner Summit, NV | MESONET STATION MRLN2, 4 N SPOONER SUMMIT. |
| Jan 17, 1:00 AM PST | SNOW 9 | 4 E Meyers, CA | MESONET STATION HGNC1, 3 E MEYERS. |
| Jan 17, 1:00 AM PST | SNOW 13 | 5 Sse Verdi, NV | MESONET STATION BMWN2, 5 SE VERDI. |
| Jan 17, 1:18 AM PST | SNOW 0 | Donner Peak, CA | AT 1 AM DONNER SUMMITT REST AREA ROAD CLOSED FOR SNOW REMOVAL UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE IN BOTH DIRECTIONS ON INTERSTATE 80, |
| Jan 17, 2:08 AM PST | HEAVY SNOW 37 | Kingvale, CA | CALTRANS REPORTS 37 INCHES OF SNOW AT KINGVALE SINCE TUESDAY, 24 INCHES OVER THE PAST 24 HOURS. |
| Jan 17, 6:00 AM PST | SNOW 15 | 1 W Donner Peak, CA | 15 INCHES OF NEW SNOWFALL ACCUMULATION REPORTED THIS MORNING AT SUGAR BOWL SKI RESORT. 48 HOUR STORM TOTAL SNOW ACCUMULATION IS 34 INCHES. |
| Jan 17, 6:00 AM PST | SNOW 16 | 1 Sse Kirkwood Meadows, CA | 16 INCHES OF NEW SNOW ACCUMULATION REPORTED AT KIRKWOOD SKI RESORT. 48 HOUR SNOW ACCUMULATION IS 30 INCHES. |
| Jan 17, 6:00 AM PST | SNOW 30 | 2 Ene Soda Springs, CA | 30 INCHES OF NEW SNOW ACCUMULATION REPORTED AT BOREAL SKI RESORT. 48 HOUR STORM TOTAL SNOW ACCUMULATION IS 43 INCHES. |
| Jan 17, 6:00 AM PST | SNOW 30 | Soda Springs, CA | 30 INCHES OF NEW SNOW ACCUMULATION WAS REPORTED AT SODA SPRINGS SKI RESORT. 48 HOUR STORM TOTAL SNOW ACCUMULATION IS 43 INCHES. |
| Jan 17, 7:00 AM PST | SNOW 0.5 | 2 Nw Meyers, CA | COCORAHS STATION CA-ED-20, 1 NW MEYERS. |
| Jan 17, 7:00 AM PST | SNOW 1.2 | 9 Nne Cold Springs Vall, NV | COCORAHS STATION NV-WH-79, 7 E HALLELUJAH JUNCTION. |
| Jan 17, 7:00 AM PST | HEAVY SNOW 3 | 1 Nnw Homewood, CA | TRAINED WEATHER SPOTTER NEAR HOMEWOOD REPORTED 3 INCHES OF SNOWFALL AT AN ELEVATION OF 6350 FEET. |
| Jan 17, 7:00 AM PST | SNOW 3 | 1 Sw Toms Place, CA | TRAINED WEATHER SPOTTER REPORTED 3 INCHES OF NEW SNOWFALL IN THE PAST 24 HOURS WITH A LIQUID WATER EQUIVALENT OF 0.8 INCHES. 1 INCH OF RAINFALL WAS ALSO MEASURED IN THE PAST 24 HOURS. |
| Jan 17, 7:00 AM PST | SNOW 5 | 1 Sw Meeks Bay, CA | MESONET STATION RUBC1, MEEKS BAY. |
| Jan 17, 7:00 AM PST | SNOW 7 | 2 Se Sonora Pass, CA | MESONET STATION SRAC1, SONORA PASS. |
| Jan 17, 7:00 AM PST | SNOW 9 | 1 Se Monitor Pass, CA | MESONET STATION MNPC1, 1 SE MONITOR PASS. |
| Jan 17, 7:00 AM PST | SNOW 9 | 3 Wsw Conway Summit, CA | MESONET STATION VGAC1, 3 WSW CONWAY SUMMIT. |
| Jan 17, 7:00 AM PST | SNOW 10 | Homewood, CA | HOMEWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT REPORTED 1 INCH OF NEW SNOWFALL AT THEIR BASE ELEVATION OF 6230 FEET AND 10 INCHES OF NEW SNOWFALL AT AN ELEVATION OF 7880 FEET IN THE PAST 24 HOURS. |
| Jan 17, 7:00 AM PST | SNOW 12 | 3 E Incline Village, NV | DIAMOND PEAK SKI RESORT REPORTED 12 INCHES OF NEW SNOWFALL IN THE PAST 24 HOURS AT AN ELEVATION OF 7257 FEET. |
| Jan 17, 7:00 AM PST | SNOW 12 | 3 Ese South Lake Tahoe, CA | HEAVENLY SKI RESORT REPORTED 12 INCHES OF NEW SNOWFALL IN THE PAST 24 HOURS AT 7499 FEET. |
| Jan 17, 7:00 AM PST | SNOW 12 | 7 W Grover Hot Springs, CA | MESONET STATION FDCC1, 1 ESE CARSON PASS. |
| Jan 17, 7:00 AM PST | SNOW 13 | 1 Sw Alpine Meadows, CA | ALPINE MEADOWS SKI RESORT REPORTED 9 INCHES OF NEW SNOWFALL AT AN ELEVATION OF 6950 FEET IN THE PAST 24 HOURS (6 INCHES OVERNIGHT) AND 13 INCHES OF NEW SNOWFALL AT AN ELEVATION OF 7880 FEET IN THE PAST 24 HOURS (8 INCHES OVERNIGHT). |
| Jan 17, 7:00 AM PST | HEAVY SNOW 18 | 1 Ssw Mammoth Mountain, CA | MAMMOTH MOUNTAIN SKI AREA REPORTED 18 INCHES OF NEW SNOWFALL IN THE PAST 24 HOURS AT AN ELEVATION OF 9014 FEET. |
| Jan 17, 7:00 AM PST | HEAVY SNOW 24 | 1 Ne Mount Rose Summit, NV | MOUNT ROSE SKI AREA REPORTED 24 INCHES OF SNOWFALL IN THE PAST 24 HOURS AT AN ELEVATION OF 8260 FEET. |
| Jan 17, 7:00 AM PST | HEAVY SNOW 26 | 1 Ssw Northstar, CA | NORTHSTAR SKI RESORT REPORTED 26 INCHES OF SNOWFALL IN THE PAST 24 HOURS WITH 19 INCHES FALLING OVERNIGHT. ELEVATION 6900 FEET. |
| Jan 17, 7:00 AM PST | HEAVY SNOW 28 | 1 Wsw Squaw Valley, CA | SQUAW VALLEY SKI RESORT REPORTED 28 INCHES OF NEW SNOWFALL AT AN ELEVATION OF 6200 FEET IN THE PAST 24 HOURS (5 INCHES OVERNIGHT) AND 23 INCHES OF NEW SNOWFALL AT AN ELEVATION OF 8000 FEET IN THE PAST 24 HOURS (16 INCHES OVERNIGHT). |
| Jan 17, 7:00 AM PST | HEAVY SNOW 36 | 1 Ssw June Lake, CA | JUNE MOUNTAIN SKI AREA REPORTED 13-36 INCHES OF NEW SNOWFALL IN THE PAST 24 HOURS. |
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, 10.2 hours before the alert went out and 166 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
- 759 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 39 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- 87 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 103 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.0
The text
As transmitted.
978 WWUS45 KREV 152214 WSWREV URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Reno NV 214 PM PST Tue Jan 15 2019 CAZ072-NVZ002-170000- /O.UPG.KREV.WS.A.0002.190117T0000Z-190118T1200Z/ /O.NEW.KREV.BZ.W.0001.190117T0300Z-190117T1500Z/ /O.NEW.KREV.WS.W.0002.190117T0000Z-190118T1200Z/ /O.CON.KREV.WW.Y.0005.190116T0000Z-190117T0000Z/ Greater Lake Tahoe Area- Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Stateline, and Incline Village 214 PM PST Tue Jan 15 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM PST WEDNESDAY... ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM WEDNESDAY TO 4 AM PST FRIDAY... ...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM WEDNESDAY TO 7 AM PST THURSDAY ABOVE 7000 FEET... * CHANGES...Blizzard conditions now expected with increased snowfall from Wednesday through Thursday. * WHAT...Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday afternoon: Moderate snow with accumulations of 5 to 10 inches, except 10 to 18 inches west of Highway 89, are expected. Winds gusting as high as 75 mph for ridge tops. For Wednesday night through Thursday: Heavy snow accumulations of 2 to 5 feet above 7000 feet with blizzard conditions. Below 7000 feet, 8 to 18 inches, possibly as much as 16 to 32 inches if precipitation remains all snow. Winds gusting as high as 110 mph for ridge tops. * WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, from 4 PM Wednesday to 4 AM PST Friday. For the Blizzard Warning, from 7 PM Wednesday to 7 AM PST Thursday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 4 PM PST Wednesday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible with periods of road closures expected. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay home, have a backup plan in case of power outages. This is a life threatening situation. Do not attempt to travel Wednesday evening through Thursday morning! Road crews and first responders may not be able to rescue you. Stay indoors until the snow and wind subside. Even a short walk could be deadly if you become disoriented. A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ CAZ073-170000- /O.UPG.KREV.WS.A.0002.190117T0000Z-190118T1200Z/ /O.NEW.KREV.BZ.W.0001.190117T0600Z-190117T1500Z/ /O.NEW.KREV.WS.W.0002.190117T0000Z-190118T1200Z/ /O.CON.KREV.WW.Y.0005.190116T0000Z-190117T0000Z/ Mono County- Including the cities of Bridgeport, Coleville, and Mammoth Lakes 214 PM PST Tue Jan 15 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM PST WEDNESDAY... ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM WEDNESDAY TO 4 AM PST FRIDAY... ...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM WEDNESDAY TO 7 AM PST THURSDAY ABOVE 7000 FEET... * CHANGES...Blizzard conditions now expected with increased snowfall from Wednesday through Thursday. * WHAT...Tuesday-Wednesday: Moderate snow with accumulations of up to 4 inches east of Highway 395 and 6 to 18 inches west of Highway 395 above 7000 feet, are expected. Winds gusting as high as 95 mph for ridge tops. Wednesday night through Thursday: Heavy snow accumulations of 2 to 5 feet is forecast west of Highway 395 above 7000 feet with blizzard conditions forecast. 10 to 20 inches elsewhere above 7000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 100 mph for ridge tops. Between 6000 and 7000 feet, up to 6 inches is forecast. * WHERE...Mono County. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, from 4 PM Wednesday to 4 AM PST Friday. For the Blizzard Warning, from 10 PM Wednesday to 7 AM PST Thursday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 4 PM PST Wednesday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible with periods of road closures possible. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay home, have a backup plan in case of power outages. This is a life threatening situation. Do not attempt to travel Wednesday evening through Thursday morning! Road crews and first responders may not be able to rescue you. Stay indoors until the snow and wind subside. Even a short walk could be deadly if you become disoriented. A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ CAZ071-170000- /O.UPG.KREV.WS.A.0002.190117T0000Z-190118T1200Z/ /O.NEW.KREV.WS.W.0002.190117T0000Z-190118T1200Z/ /O.CON.KREV.WW.Y.0005.190116T0000Z-190117T0000Z/ Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties- Including the cities of Portola and Susanville 214 PM PST Tue Jan 15 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM PST WEDNESDAY ABOVE 5000 FEET... ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM WEDNESDAY TO 4 AM PST FRIDAY... * CHANGES...Increased snowfall from Wednesday through Thursday. * WHAT...Until 4 PM Wednesday: Moderate snow expected above 5000 feet. Accumulations will generally be up to 4 inches north and east of Susanville including Highway 395, with 6 to 12 inches west and south of Susanville including Highways 36 and 44. Up to 2 inches will be possible below 5000 feet including Susanville. Wednesday and Thursday: Heavy snow expected above 5000 feet. Accumulations will generally be 4 to 10 inches north and east of Susanville including Highway 395, with 10 to 20 inches west and south of Susanville including Highways 36 and 44. Up to 2 inches will be possible below 5000 feet including Susanville. * WHERE...Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, from 4 PM Wednesday to 4 AM PST Friday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 4 PM PST Wednesday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay home, have a backup plan in case of power outages. A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NVZ003-161200- /O.CON.KREV.WW.Y.0005.190116T0000Z-190116T1200Z/ Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area- Including the cities of Sparks, Gardnerville, and Virginia City 214 PM PST Tue Jan 15 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches, with localized amounts of 4 to 6 inches POSSIBLE above 5000 feet. * WHERE...Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area. * WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 4 AM PST Wednesday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel conditions are expected to deteriorate for at least a portion the Tuesday evening commute. Expect much longer commute times than usual. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities. If possible, consider adjusting your commute to before 4 or 5 PM to avoid the worst travel conditions. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ CAZ070-NVZ005-161500- /O.CON.KREV.WW.Y.0005.190116T0300Z-190116T1500Z/ Surprise Valley California-Northern Washoe County- Including the cities of Cedarville, Fort Bidwell, Empire, and Gerlach 214 PM PST Tue Jan 15 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 AM PST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. * WHERE...Surprise Valley California. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 7 AM PST Wednesday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel conditions are expected to deteriorate Tuesday evening and overnight into Wednesday morning. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ http://www.weather.gov/reno
7 follow-up statements
103 WWUS45 KREV 160250 WSWREV URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Reno NV 650 PM PST Tue Jan 15 2019 CAZ073-170300- /O.CAN.KREV.WW.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-190117T0000Z/ /O.EXT.KREV.WS.W.0002.190116T0250Z-190118T1200Z/ /O.CON.KREV.BZ.W.0001.190117T0600Z-190117T1500Z/ Mono County- Including the cities of Bridgeport, Coleville, and Mammoth Lakes 650 PM PST Tue Jan 15 2019 ...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST FRIDAY... ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM WEDNESDAY TO 7 AM PST THURSDAY ABOVE 7000 FEET... * CHANGES...Upgrade Advisory to a Warning through Friday morning. Blizzard conditions now expected with increased snowfall from Wednesday through Thursday. * WHAT...Tonight-Wednesday Afternoon: Moderate snow with accumulations of up to 4 inches east of Highway 395 and 8 to 18 inches west of Highway 395 above 7000 feet, are expected. Winds gusting as high as 95 mph for ridge tops. Wednesday night through Thursday: Heavy snow accumulations of 2 to 5 feet is forecast west of Highway 395 above 7000 feet with blizzard conditions forecast. 10 to 20 inches elsewhere above 7000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 100 mph for ridge tops. Between 6000 and 7000 feet, up to 6 inches is forecast. * WHERE...Mono County. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 4 AM PST Friday. For the Blizzard Warning, from 10 PM Wednesday to 7 AM PST Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible with periods of road closures possible. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay home, have a backup plan in case of power outages. This is a life threatening situation. Do not attempt to travel! Road crews and first responders may not be able to rescue you. Stay indoors until the snow and wind subside. Even a short walk could be deadly if you become disoriented. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ CAZ072-NVZ002-170300- /O.CAN.KREV.WW.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-190117T0000Z/ /O.EXT.KREV.WS.W.0002.190116T0250Z-190118T1200Z/ /O.CON.KREV.BZ.W.0001.190117T0300Z-190117T1500Z/ Greater Lake Tahoe Area- Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Stateline, and Incline Village 650 PM PST Tue Jan 15 2019 ...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST FRIDAY... ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM WEDNESDAY TO 7 AM PST THURSDAY ABOVE 7000 FEET... * CHANGES...Upgrade Advisory tonight to a Warning through Friday morning. Blizzard conditions now expected with increased snowfall from Wednesday through Thursday. * WHAT...Tonight through Wednesday afternoon: Moderate to heavy snow with accumulations of 7 to 14 inches, except 12 to 20 inches west of Highway 89, are expected. Winds gusting as high as 75 mph for ridge tops. Wednesday night through Thursday: Heavy snow accumulations of 2 to 5 feet is forecast west of Highway 395 above 7000 feet with blizzard conditions expected. 10 to 20 inches elsewhere above 7000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 100 mph for ridge tops. Between 6000 and 7000 feet, up to 6 inches is forecast. * WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 4 AM PST Friday. For the Blizzard Warning, from 7 PM Wednesday to 7 AM PST Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible with periods of road closures expected. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay home, have a backup plan in case of power outages. This is a life threatening situation. Do not attempt to travel! Road crews and first responders may not be able to rescue you. Stay indoors until the snow and wind subside. Even a short walk could be deadly if you become disoriented. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ CAZ071-170300- /O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0002.190117T0000Z-190118T1200Z/ /O.CON.KREV.WW.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-190117T0000Z/ Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties- Including the cities of Portola and Susanville 650 PM PST Tue Jan 15 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM PST WEDNESDAY ABOVE 5000 FEET... ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM WEDNESDAY TO 4 AM PST FRIDAY... * CHANGES...Minimal increases to snowfall tonight. * WHAT...Until 4 PM Wednesday: Moderate snow expected above 5000 feet. Accumulations will generally be up to 6 inches north and east of Susanville including Highway 395, with 6 to 12 inches west and south of Susanville including Highways 36 and 44. Up to 2 inches will be possible below 5000 feet including Susanville. Wednesday and Thursday: Heavy snow expected above 5000 feet. Accumulations will generally be 4 to 10 inches north and east of Susanville including Highway 395, with 10 to 20 inches west and south of Susanville including Highways 36 and 44. Up to 2 inches will be possible below 5000 feet including Susanville. * WHERE...Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, from 4 PM Wednesday to 4 AM PST Friday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 4 PM PST Wednesday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay home, have a backup plan in case of power outages. A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NVZ003-161200- /O.CON.KREV.WW.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-190116T1200Z/ Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area- Including the cities of Sparks, Gardnerville, and Virginia City 650 PM PST Tue Jan 15 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST WEDNESDAY... * CHANGES...No changes. * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches, with localized amounts of 4 to 6 inches POSSIBLE above 5000 feet. * WHERE...Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area. * WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 4 AM PST Wednesday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel conditions are expected to deteriorate for at least a portion the Tuesday evening commute. Expect much longer commute times than usual. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities. If possible, consider adjusting your commute to before 4 or 5 PM to avoid the worst travel conditions. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ CAZ070-NVZ005-161500- /O.CON.KREV.WW.Y.0005.190116T0300Z-190116T1500Z/ Surprise Valley California-Northern Washoe County- Including the cities of Cedarville, Fort Bidwell, Empire, and Gerlach 650 PM PST Tue Jan 15 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM PST WEDNESDAY... * CHANGES...No changes. * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. * WHERE...Surprise Valley California. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 7 AM PST Wednesday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel conditions are expected to deteriorate Tuesday evening and overnight into Wednesday morning. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ http://www.weather.gov/reno
966 WWUS45 KREV 160339 WSWREV URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Reno NV 739 PM PST Tue Jan 15 2019 CAZ073-170345- /O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-190118T1200Z/ /O.CON.KREV.BZ.W.0001.190117T0600Z-190117T1500Z/ Mono County- Including the cities of Bridgeport, Coleville, and Mammoth Lakes 739 PM PST Tue Jan 15 2019 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST FRIDAY... ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM WEDNESDAY TO 7 AM PST THURSDAY ABOVE 7000 FEET... * CHANGES...Upgrade Advisory to a Warning through Friday morning. Blizzard conditions now expected with increased snowfall from Wednesday through Thursday. * WHAT...Tonight through Wednesday Afternoon: Moderate snow with accumulations of up to 4 inches east of Highway 395 and 8 to 18 inches west of Highway 395 above 7000 feet, are expected. Winds gusting as high as 95 mph for ridge tops. Wednesday night through Thursday: Heavy snow accumulations of 2 to 5 feet is forecast west of Highway 395 above 7000 feet with blizzard conditions forecast. 10 to 20 inches elsewhere above 7000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 100 mph for ridge tops. Between 6000 and 7000 feet, up to 6 inches is forecast. * WHERE...Mono County. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 4 AM PST Friday. For the Blizzard Warning, from 10 PM Wednesday to 7 AM PST Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible with periods of road closures possible. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay home, have a backup plan in case of power outages. This is a life threatening situation. Do not attempt to travel! Road crews and first responders may not be able to rescue you. Stay indoors until the snow and wind subside. Even a short walk could be deadly if you become disoriented. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ CAZ072-NVZ002-170345- /O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-190118T1200Z/ /O.CON.KREV.BZ.W.0001.190117T0300Z-190117T1500Z/ Greater Lake Tahoe Area- Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Stateline, and Incline Village 739 PM PST Tue Jan 15 2019 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST FRIDAY... ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM WEDNESDAY TO 7 AM PST THURSDAY ABOVE 7000 FEET... * CHANGES...Upgrade Advisory tonight to a Warning through Friday morning. Blizzard conditions now expected with increased snowfall from Wednesday through Thursday. * WHAT...Tonight through Wednesday afternoon: Moderate to heavy snow with accumulations of 7 to 14 inches, except 12 to 20 inches west of Highway 89, are expected. Winds gusting as high as 75 mph for ridge tops. Wednesday night through Thursday: Heavy snow accumulations of 2 to 5 feet is forecast west of Highway 395 above 7000 feet with blizzard conditions expected. 10 to 20 inches elsewhere above 7000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 100 mph for ridge tops. Between 6000 and 7000 feet, up to 6 inches is forecast. * WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 4 AM PST Friday. For the Blizzard Warning, from 7 PM Wednesday to 7 AM PST Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible with periods of road closures expected. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay home, have a backup plan in case of power outages. This is a life threatening situation. Do not attempt to travel! Road crews and first responders may not be able to rescue you. Stay indoors until the snow and wind subside. Even a short walk could be deadly if you become disoriented. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ CAZ071-170345- /O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0002.190117T0000Z-190118T1200Z/ /O.CON.KREV.WW.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-190117T0000Z/ Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties- Including the cities of Portola and Susanville 739 PM PST Tue Jan 15 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM PST WEDNESDAY ABOVE 5000 FEET... ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM WEDNESDAY TO 4 AM PST FRIDAY... * CHANGES...Minimal increases to snowfall tonight. * WHAT...Until 4 PM Wednesday: Moderate snow expected above 5000 feet. Accumulations will generally be up to 6 inches north and east of Susanville including Highway 395, with 6 to 12 inches west and south of Susanville including Highways 36 and 44. Up to 2 inches will be possible below 5000 feet including Susanville. Wednesday and Thursday: Heavy snow expected above 5000 feet. Accumulations will generally be 4 to 10 inches north and east of Susanville including Highway 395, with 10 to 20 inches west and south of Susanville including Highways 36 and 44. Up to 2 inches will be possible below 5000 feet including Susanville. * WHERE...Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, from 4 PM Wednesday to 4 AM PST Friday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 4 PM PST Wednesday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay home, have a backup plan in case of power outages. A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NVZ003-161200- /O.CON.KREV.WW.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-190116T1200Z/ Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area- Including the cities of Sparks, Gardnerville, and Virginia City 739 PM PST Tue Jan 15 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST WEDNESDAY... * CHANGES...Minimal changes to accumulations tonight. * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches, with localized amounts of 4 to 7 inches POSSIBLE above 5000 feet. * WHERE...Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area. * WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 4 AM PST Wednesday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel conditions are expected to deteriorate for at least a portion the Tuesday evening commute. Expect much longer commute times than usual. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities. If possible, consider adjusting your commute to before 4 or 5 PM to avoid the worst travel conditions. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ CAZ070-NVZ005-161500- /O.CON.KREV.WW.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-190116T1500Z/ Surprise Valley California-Northern Washoe County- Including the cities of Cedarville, Fort Bidwell, Empire, and Gerlach 739 PM PST Tue Jan 15 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM PST WEDNESDAY... * CHANGES...No changes. * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. * WHERE...Surprise Valley California. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 7 AM PST Wednesday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel conditions are expected to deteriorate Tuesday evening and overnight into Wednesday morning. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ http://www.weather.gov/reno
053 WWUS45 KREV 160355 WSWREV URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Reno NV 755 PM PST Tue Jan 15 2019 NVZ003-161200- /O.UPG.KREV.WW.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-190116T1200Z/ /O.EXB.KREV.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-190116T1200Z/ Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area- Including the cities of Sparks, Gardnerville, and Virginia City 755 PM PST Tue Jan 15 2019 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST WEDNESDAY... * CHANGES...Upgraded Advisory to Warning. * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 6 inches with 4 to 8 inches above 5000 feet. * WHERE...Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area. * WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Wednesday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel conditions are expected to deteriorate for at least a portion the Tuesday evening commute. Expect much longer commute times than usual. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay home, have a backup plan in case of power outages. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ CAZ073-170400- /O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-190118T1200Z/ /O.CON.KREV.BZ.W.0001.190117T0600Z-190117T1500Z/ Mono County- Including the cities of Bridgeport, Coleville, and Mammoth Lakes 755 PM PST Tue Jan 15 2019 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST FRIDAY... ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM WEDNESDAY TO 7 AM PST THURSDAY ABOVE 7000 FEET... * CHANGES...No changes. * WHAT...Tonight through Wednesday Afternoon: Moderate snow with accumulations of up to 4 inches east of Highway 395 and 8 to 18 inches west of Highway 395 above 7000 feet, are expected. Winds gusting as high as 95 mph for ridge tops. Wednesday night through Thursday: Heavy snow accumulations of 2 to 5 feet is forecast west of Highway 395 above 7000 feet with blizzard conditions forecast. 10 to 20 inches elsewhere above 7000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 100 mph for ridge tops. Between 6000 and 7000 feet, up to 6 inches is forecast. * WHERE...Mono County. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 4 AM PST Friday. For the Blizzard Warning, from 10 PM Wednesday to 7 AM PST Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible with periods of road closures possible. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay home, have a backup plan in case of power outages. This is a life threatening situation. Do not attempt to travel! Road crews and first responders may not be able to rescue you. Stay indoors until the snow and wind subside. Even a short walk could be deadly if you become disoriented. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ CAZ072-NVZ002-170400- /O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-190118T1200Z/ /O.CON.KREV.BZ.W.0001.190117T0300Z-190117T1500Z/ Greater Lake Tahoe Area- Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Stateline, and Incline Village 755 PM PST Tue Jan 15 2019 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST FRIDAY... ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM WEDNESDAY TO 7 AM PST THURSDAY ABOVE 7000 FEET... * CHANGES...No changes. * WHAT...Tonight through Wednesday afternoon: Moderate to heavy snow with accumulations of 7 to 14 inches, except 12 to 20 inches west of Highway 89, are expected. Winds gusting as high as 75 mph for ridge tops. Wednesday night through Thursday: Heavy snow accumulations of 2 to 5 feet is forecast west of Highway 395 above 7000 feet with blizzard conditions expected. 10 to 20 inches elsewhere above 7000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 100 mph for ridge tops. Between 6000 and 7000 feet, up to 6 inches is forecast. * WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 4 AM PST Friday. For the Blizzard Warning, from 7 PM Wednesday to 7 AM PST Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible with periods of road closures expected. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay home, have a backup plan in case of power outages. This is a life threatening situation. Do not attempt to travel! Road crews and first responders may not be able to rescue you. Stay indoors until the snow and wind subside. Even a short walk could be deadly if you become disoriented. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ CAZ071-170400- /O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0002.190117T0000Z-190118T1200Z/ /O.CON.KREV.WW.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-190117T0000Z/ Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties- Including the cities of Portola and Susanville 755 PM PST Tue Jan 15 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM PST WEDNESDAY ABOVE 5000 FEET... ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM WEDNESDAY TO 4 AM PST FRIDAY... * CHANGES...No changes. * WHAT...Until 4 PM Wednesday: Moderate snow expected above 5000 feet. Accumulations will generally be up to 6 inches north and east of Susanville including Highway 395, with 6 to 12 inches west and south of Susanville including Highways 36 and 44. Up to 2 inches will be possible below 5000 feet including Susanville. Wednesday and Thursday: Heavy snow expected above 5000 feet. Accumulations will generally be 4 to 10 inches north and east of Susanville including Highway 395, with 10 to 20 inches west and south of Susanville including Highways 36 and 44. Up to 2 inches will be possible below 5000 feet including Susanville. * WHERE...Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, from 4 PM Wednesday to 4 AM PST Friday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 4 PM PST Wednesday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay home, have a backup plan in case of power outages. A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ CAZ070-NVZ005-161500- /O.CON.KREV.WW.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-190116T1500Z/ Surprise Valley California-Northern Washoe County- Including the cities of Cedarville, Fort Bidwell, Empire, and Gerlach 755 PM PST Tue Jan 15 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM PST WEDNESDAY... * CHANGES...No changes. * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. * WHERE...Surprise Valley California. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 7 AM PST Wednesday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel conditions are expected to deteriorate Tuesday evening and overnight into Wednesday morning. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ http://www.weather.gov/reno
992 WWUS45 KREV 161149 WSWREV URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Reno NV 349 AM PST Wed Jan 16 2019 NVZ003-161300- /O.CAN.KREV.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-190116T1200Z/ Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area- 349 AM PST Wed Jan 16 2019 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELED... Snow has diminished to a few rain and snow showers in the foothills and north of Interstate 80 this morning. No additional accumulation is expected; therefore, the winter storm warning is cancelled. Be prepared for travel difficulties and slow downs into this morning due to last night's snowfall, especially on unplowed secondary roads and residential streets. $$ CAZ070-NVZ005-161300- /O.CAN.KREV.WW.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-190116T1500Z/ Surprise Valley California-Northern Washoe County- 349 AM PST Wed Jan 16 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELED... Snow had decreased to occasional light snow showers. With only minimal additional accumulation expected through this morning, the winter weather advisory is canceled. $$ CAZ073-170000- /O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-190118T1200Z/ /O.CON.KREV.BZ.W.0001.190117T0600Z-190117T1500Z/ Mono County- Including the cities of Bridgeport, Coleville, and Mammoth Lakes 349 AM PST Wed Jan 16 2019 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST FRIDAY... ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 AM PST THURSDAY ABOVE 7000 FEET... * CHANGES...No changes. * WHAT...Heavy snowfall accumulations of 2 to 5 feet west of Highway 395 above 7000 feet with blizzard conditions forecast, especially tonight into Thursday morning. 10 to 20 inches elsewhere above 7000 feet. Between 6000 and 7000 feet, up to 6 inches is forecast. Winds gusting as high as 125 mph for ridge tops. * WHERE...Mono County. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 4 AM PST Friday. For the Blizzard Warning, from 10 PM Wednesday to 7 AM PST Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A lull in snowfall is expected this morning through much of the afternoon before heavy snow returns. Travel could be very difficult to impossible with periods of very low visibility and road closures possible. Winds along with heavy, wet snow could cause areas of tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay home, have a backup plan in case of power outages. This is a life threatening situation, especially in the higher elevations. Road crews and first responders may not be able to rescue you. Stay indoors until the snow and wind subside. Even a short walk could be deadly if you become disoriented. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ CAZ072-NVZ002-170000- /O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-190118T1200Z/ /O.CON.KREV.BZ.W.0001.190117T0300Z-190117T1500Z/ Greater Lake Tahoe Area- Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Stateline, and Incline Village 349 AM PST Wed Jan 16 2019 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST FRIDAY... ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 AM PST THURSDAY ABOVE 7000 FEET... * CHANGES...Increased snowfall around Lake Tahoe. * WHAT...Heavy snow accumulations of 2 to 5 feet above 7000 feet with blizzard conditions expected, especially tonight into Thursday morning. Between 6000 and 7000 feet, 1 to 2 feet is expected through Thursday night. Winds gusting 90 mph to as high as 130 mph for ridge tops. * WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 4 AM PST Friday. For the Blizzard Warning, from 7 PM Wednesday to 7 AM PST Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible with periods of road closures expected. Winds along with heavy, wet snow could cause areas of tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay home, have a backup plan in case of power outages. This is a life threatening situation, especially in the higher elevations. Road crews and first responders may not be able to rescue you. Stay indoors until the snow and wind subside. Even a short walk could be deadly if you become disoriented. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ CAZ071-170000- /O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0002.190117T0000Z-190118T1200Z/ /O.CON.KREV.WW.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-190117T0000Z/ Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties- Including the cities of Portola and Susanville 349 AM PST Wed Jan 16 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM PST THIS AFTERNOON ABOVE 5000 FEET... ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 4 AM PST FRIDAY... * CHANGES...No changes. * WHAT...Until 4 PM Wednesday: Moderate snow expected above 5000 feet. Accumulations up to 6 inches north and east of Susanville including Highway 395, with 6 to 12 inches west and south of Susanville including Highways 36 and 44. Up to 2 inches will be possible below 5000 feet including Susanville. Wednesday and Thursday: Heavy snow expected above 5000 feet. Accumulations 4 to 10 inches north and east of Susanville including Highway 395, with 10 to 20 inches west and south of Susanville including Highways 36 and 44. Up to 2 inches will be possible below 5000 feet including Susanville. * WHERE...Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, from 4 PM Wednesday to 4 AM PST Friday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 4 PM PST Wednesday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay home, have a backup plan in case of power outages. A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ http://www.weather.gov/reno
634 WWUS45 KREV 162300 WSWREV URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Reno NV 300 PM PST Wed Jan 16 2019 CAZ073-180000- /O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-190118T1200Z/ /O.CON.KREV.BZ.W.0001.190117T0600Z-190117T1500Z/ Mono County- Including the cities of Bridgeport, Coleville, and Mammoth Lakes 300 PM PST Wed Jan 16 2019 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST FRIDAY... ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 AM PST THURSDAY ABOVE 7000 FEET... * CHANGES...Increased snowfall totals for elevations above 7000 feet. * WHAT...Very heavy snowfall accumulations of 3 to 7 feet west of Highway 395 above 7000 feet with blizzard conditions forecast, especially tonight into Thursday morning. An Avalanche Warning is also in effect tonight through Friday morning. 1 to 2 feet elsewhere above 7000 feet. Between 6000 and 7000 feet, up to 6 inches is forecast. Winds gusting as high as 125 mph for ridge tops. * WHERE...Mono County. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 4 AM PST Friday. For the Blizzard Warning, from 10 PM Wednesday to 7 AM PST Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible with periods of very low visibility and road closures possible. Winds along with heavy, wet snow could cause areas of tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay home, have a backup plan in case of power outages. This is a life threatening situation, especially in the higher elevations. Road crews and first responders may not be able to rescue you. Stay indoors until the snow and wind subside. Even a short walk could be deadly if you become disoriented. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ CAZ072-NVZ002-180000- /O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-190118T1200Z/ /O.CON.KREV.BZ.W.0001.190117T0300Z-190117T1500Z/ Greater Lake Tahoe Area- Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Stateline, and Incline Village 300 PM PST Wed Jan 16 2019 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST FRIDAY... ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 AM PST THURSDAY ABOVE 7000 FEET... * CHANGES...Increased snow amounts for elevations above 7000 feet. * WHAT...Very heavy snow accumulations of 3 to 6 feet above 7000 feet with blizzard conditions expected, especially tonight into Thursday morning. An Avalanche Warning is also in effect from tonight through Friday morning. Between 6000 and 7000 feet, 1 to 3 feet is expected through Thursday night. Winds gusting 90 mph to as high as 130 mph for ridge tops. Some locations below 7000 feet could see significant periods of rain. This could lead to localized flooding issues where culverts are blocked by snow. * WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 4 AM PST Friday. For the Blizzard Warning, from 7 PM Wednesday to 7 AM PST Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible with periods of road closures expected. Winds along with heavy, wet snow could cause areas of tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay home, have a backup plan in case of power outages. This is a life threatening situation, especially in the higher elevations. Road crews and first responders may not be able to rescue you. Stay indoors until the snow and wind subside. Even a short walk could be deadly if you become disoriented. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ CAZ071-180000- /O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0002.190117T0000Z-190118T1200Z/ /O.CON.KREV.WW.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-190117T0000Z/ Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties- Including the cities of Portola and Susanville 300 PM PST Wed Jan 16 2019 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST FRIDAY... * CHANGES...No changes. * WHAT...Heavy snow expected above 5000 feet. Accumulations 4 to 10 inches north and east of Susanville including Highway 395, with 10 to 20 inches west and south of Susanville including Highways 36 and 44. Up to 2 inches will be possible below 5000 feet including Susanville. * WHERE...Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties. * WHEN...These conditions will persist through 4 AM PST Friday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible with road closures possible. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning and evening commutes. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay home, have a backup plan in case of power outages. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ http://www.weather.gov/reno
957 WWUS45 KREV 171133 WSWREV URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Reno NV 333 AM PST Thu Jan 17 2019 CAZ072-NVZ002-181145- /O.CON.KREV.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-190117T1500Z/ /O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-190118T1200Z/ Greater Lake Tahoe Area- Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Stateline, and Incline Village 333 AM PST Thu Jan 17 2019 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM PST THIS MORNING ABOVE 7000 FEET... ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST FRIDAY... * CHANGES...None. * WHAT...Very heavy total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 feet above 7000 feet with blizzard conditions expected, especially this morning. An Avalanche Warning is also in effect through Friday morning. Between 6000 and 7000 feet, 1 to 3 feet is expected through Thursday night. Winds gusting as high as 135 mph for ridge tops this morning diminishing to 100 mph this afternoon. * WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 4 AM PST Friday. For the Blizzard Warning, until 7 AM PST Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible with periods of road closures expected. Winds along with heavy, wet snow could cause areas of tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay home, have a backup plan in case of power outages. This is a life threatening situation, especially in the higher elevations. Road crews and first responders may not be able to rescue you. Stay indoors until the snow and wind subside. Even a short walk could be deadly if you become disoriented. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ CAZ073-181145- /O.CON.KREV.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-190117T1500Z/ /O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-190118T1200Z/ Mono County- Including the cities of Bridgeport, Coleville, and Mammoth Lakes 333 AM PST Thu Jan 17 2019 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM PST THIS MORNING ABOVE 7000 FEET... ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST FRIDAY... * CHANGES...Increased snowfall totals for elevations between 6000 and 7000 feet. * WHAT...Very heavy total snowfall accumulations of 3 to 7 feet west of Highway 395 above 7000 feet with blizzard conditions forecast, especially this morning. An Avalanche Warning is also in effect through Friday morning. 1 to 2 feet elsewhere above 7000 feet. Between 6000 and 7000 feet, 5 to 10 inches is forecast. Winds gusting as high as 150 mph for ridge tops. * WHERE...Mono County. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 4 AM PST Friday. For the Blizzard Warning, until 7 AM PST Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible with periods of very low visibility and road closures possible. Winds along with heavy, wet snow could cause areas of tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay home, have a backup plan in case of power outages. This is a life threatening situation, especially in the higher elevations. Road crews and first responders may not be able to rescue you. Stay indoors until the snow and wind subside. Even a short walk could be deadly if you become disoriented. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ CAZ071-181145- /O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-190118T1200Z/ Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties- Including the cities of Portola and Susanville 333 AM PST Thu Jan 17 2019 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST FRIDAY... * CHANGES...Increased snowfall totals above 5000 feet south and west of Susanville. * WHAT...Heavy snow expected above 5000 feet. Accumulations 4 to 10 inches north and east of Susanville including Highway 395, with 1 to 2 feet west and south of Susanville including Highways 36 and 44. Up to 2 inches will be possible below 5000 feet including Susanville. * WHERE...Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties. * WHEN...These conditions will persist through 4 AM PST Friday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible with road closures possible. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning and evening commutes. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay home, have a backup plan in case of power outages. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NVZ003-180300- /O.NEW.KREV.WW.Y.0006.190117T1800Z-190118T0300Z/ Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area- Including the city of Virginia City 333 AM PST Thu Jan 17 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 7 PM PST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches expected above 5000 feet with 6 to 8 inches possible for Virginia City and the Highlands. Up to 1 inch on valley floors. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 7 PM PST this evening. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ http://www.weather.gov/reno
252 WWUS45 KREV 171438 WSWREV URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Reno NV 638 AM PST Thu Jan 17 2019 CAZ072-NVZ002-181200- /O.EXP.KREV.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-190117T1500Z/ /O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-190118T1200Z/ Greater Lake Tahoe Area- Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Stateline, and Incline Village 638 AM PST Thu Jan 17 2019 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST FRIDAY... ...BLIZZARD WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 7 AM PST THIS MORNING ABOVE 7000 FEET... * CHANGES...Blizzard Warning expired. No other changes. * WHAT...Very heavy total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 feet above 7000 feet. An Avalanche Warning is also in effect through Friday morning. Between 6000 and 7000 feet, 1 to 3 feet is expected through tonight. Winds gusting as high 100 mph. * WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 4 AM PST Friday. For the Blizzard Warning, until 7 AM PST Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible with periods of road closures expected. Winds along with heavy, wet snow could cause areas of tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay home, have a backup plan in case of power outages. This is a life threatening situation, especially in the higher elevations. Road crews and first responders may not be able to rescue you. Stay indoors until the snow and wind subside. Even a short walk could be deadly if you become disoriented. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ CAZ073-181200- /O.EXP.KREV.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-190117T1500Z/ /O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-190118T1200Z/ Mono County- Including the cities of Bridgeport, Coleville, and Mammoth Lakes 638 AM PST Thu Jan 17 2019 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST FRIDAY... ...BLIZZARD WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 7 AM PST THIS MORNING ABOVE 7000 FEET... * CHANGES...Blizzard Warning expired. No other changes. * WHAT...Very heavy total snowfall accumulations of 3 to 7 feet west of Highway 395 above 7000 feet. An Avalanche Warning is also in effect through Friday morning. 1 to 2 feet elsewhere above 7000 feet. Between 6000 and 7000 feet, 5 to 10 inches is forecast. Winds gusting as high as 150 mph for ridge tops. * WHERE...Mono County. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 4 AM PST Friday. For the Blizzard Warning, until 7 AM PST Thursday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible with periods of very low visibility and road closures possible. Winds along with heavy, wet snow could cause areas of tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay home, have a backup plan in case of power outages. This is a life threatening situation, especially in the higher elevations. Road crews and first responders may not be able to rescue you. Stay indoors until the snow and wind subside. Even a short walk could be deadly if you become disoriented. Road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ CAZ071-181200- /O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-190118T1200Z/ Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties- Including the cities of Portola and Susanville 638 AM PST Thu Jan 17 2019 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST FRIDAY... * CHANGES...None. * WHAT...Heavy snow expected above 5000 feet. Accumulations 4 to 10 inches north and east of Susanville including Highway 395, with 1 to 2 feet west and south of Susanville including Highways 36 and 44. Up to 2 inches will be possible below 5000 feet including Susanville. * WHERE...Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties. * WHEN...These conditions will persist through 4 AM PST Friday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible with road closures possible. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning and evening commutes. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay home, have a backup plan in case of power outages. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NVZ003-180300- /O.CON.KREV.WW.Y.0006.190117T1800Z-190118T0300Z/ Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area- Including the city of Virginia City 638 AM PST Thu Jan 17 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 7 PM PST THIS EVENING... * CHANGES...None. * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches expected above 5000 feet with 6 to 8 inches possible for Virginia City and the Highlands. Up to 1 inch on valley floors. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 7 PM PST this evening. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ http://www.weather.gov/reno
What forecasters said that day
The local office's own words before this blizzard warning went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.
NWS Reno, NV wrote its last area forecast discussion before this blizzard warning went out at Jan 15, 3:42 AM PST, 10 hours 32 minutes earlier.
Area forecast discussion, Jan 15, 3:42 AM PST, 10 hours 32 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Reno NV
342 AM PST Tue Jan 15 2019
.SYNOPSIS...
Snow with moderate impacts are expected for the Sierra late
Tuesday into Wednesday as low pressure moves into the region,
with a round of snow likely impacting a portion of the Tuesday
evening commute in western Nevada. The period of heaviest snow,
along with strong southwest winds, arrives in the Sierra Thursday
with localized blizzard conditions. Lower valley rain Wednesday
into Thursday could change to snow before ending Thursday night.
&&
.SHORT TERM...
Snowfall amounts were increased for this afternoon and tonight in
the Sierra and into far western and northwestern Nevada. The snow
is expected to impact the Tuesday evening commute in the Reno-
Sparks, Carson City, and Minden areas. A winter weather advisory
for tonight will be issued shortly.
Model simulations continue to give us fits, even within the first
24-36 hours, as they have shifted gears again for precipitation
amounts into western Nevada. In contrast to the very light and
spotty snowfall received since last evening, tonight's incoming
disturbance (currently 350 miles west of Point Conception, CA) is
now simulated to bring much stronger warm air advection along
with some possible weak mid-level instability to enhance the
chance for periods of heavier snowfall rates. The HRRR has been
indicating (for several runs) precipitation totals of 0.2" to
0.45" for far western NV, with over an inch at the Sierra crest
for tonight. The 00Z/06Z NAM and GFS also indicate fairly similar
amounts. Also, much of the precipitation for western and northwestern
NV is simulated to fall before midnight.
Snow levels look to remain stubbornly near or below lower valley
floors during the period of heaviest snowfall tonight as wet
bulbing effects drag down snow levels. The nature of the snow
should be of a fairly wet, cement type (at least through the
evening) so any shoveling that needs to be done Wednesday morning
could be a hefty workout. As far as snowfall amounts this afternoon
through tonight, we expect a general 6-12 inches in the Sierra (a
bit less in Mono County below 7000 feet) with 12-18 inches in
some higher spots at the crest. For western and northwestern NV, a
widespread 2 to 4 inches is expected tonight. This evening's
commute could be rather messy for far western NV, especially if
the HRRR timing showing a rapid onset of snowfall between 5-7 PM
comes to fruition.
Wednesday is progged to bring decreasing Sierra/northeast CA
precipitation rates behind tonight's wave although showers are
likely to continue in the northern Sierra and Tahoe area due to
continued moist upslope flow. Farther south in Mono County, a more
distinct break in snow is looking more likely as brief upper
ridging builds more strongly there. Out into the western Great
Basin (western/west-central NV), minimal precipitation is expected
during the day Wednesday as forcing wanes. In any case, snow
levels are expected to finally rise off valley floors for little
chance of additional snowfall impacts. -Snyder
.LONG TERM...Wednesday night into next weekend...
Major winter storm still on track with two waves and a good
spillover event. Expect significant travel delays and impacts in the
mountains and minor to moderate impacts in the lower valleys. We
still expect snow levels to rise to 6500-7000 feet I-80 south, but
there is more uncertainty here, especially in northeast California.
Will address the details for the 3 areas separately (Sierra,
Northeast California and Western Nevada).
SIERRA: Heavy snow, with a rain/snow mix in the lower elevations
changing to all snow by late Thursday morning. There really won't be
a break in the precip between the two waves, more of a lull. Still
expecting 2-4+ feet above 7000 feet with Lake Tahoe level and below
7000 feet in Mono County problematic due to fluctuating snow levels.
The looks to start near 6000 feet to start then possibly rise to
7000 feet for about 6 hours before falling again. However, with
heavy precip falling, snow levels are known to be more static
despite warming aloft and become more isothermal. There is still a
chance this could occur (25%) keeping it all snow to 6000 feet. If
it's all snow 15-30 inches will fall. If it's as forecast, 6-18
inches. The snow will be a heavy Sierra cement to start, becoming
a bit more average in the afternoon as colder air moves in.
Winds will also be an issue with ridge gusts of 125+ mph with the
front, gradually waning during the day Thursday. Some wind will make
it down to the lower valleys with gusts to 50 mph at times. However,
we are not expecting as much blowing snow due to the heavy wet
nature, and the fluffier snow arriving when there's less wind. That
said, blizzard conditions are likely above 7-8000 feet.
WESTERN NEVADA: Heavy precip is expected with liquid amounts of 1/2
to 1.25 inches in the valleys and near 2 inches in the foothills.
Amounts in Mineral County will be about half those state. Snow here
will not be much of an issue except around Virginia City, the
foothills and the higher elevations of western Mineral County. Snow
levels will be near 6500 feet for the first part with the front,
then fall to 5000-5500 feet Thursday afternoon. Amounts are tricky,
but several inches are possible above 5500 feet. Winds will be gusty
at times, but peak near 45 mph Thursday evening as the precip moves
in.
NORTHEAST CALIFORNIA: Precip will spillover with the front with
amounts of 3/4 inch to 3 inches in Plumas and western Lassen
Counties. It will be primarily snow above 5000-5500 feet with 2+
feet possible in the higher elevations of Plumas and western Lassen
County. The lower valleys may not see much, or could see 3-6 inches
Wednesday night. Model soundings there are showing the possibility
of cold air hanging in with east flow at the surface. Again, I only
believe this to be a 25% chance, but it can't be discounted. Cold
air is notoriously slow to move east especially in the Honey Lake
basin.
FRIDAY ONWARD: This storm will exit Thursday night with snow ending
by Friday morning. It will be dry for most of the weekend with
seasonable temperatures under a short wave ridge. Then another
system is expected Sunday afternoon/Sunday night with the greatest
impact north of Highway 50. It will be splitting and weakening as it
moves through so moisture amounts are uncertain. After it moves
through, a strong ridge of high pressure is expected just off the
coast for next week giving us a break. X
&&
.AVIATION...
VFR through this morning, but there will be areas of MVFR CIGS in
the Sierra at near 2000 feet and mountain obscuration with -SHSN.
Snow will spread into the Sierra after 20Z with IFR conditions
expected at those terminals continuing through about 12Z Wednesday.
A few inches of accumulation on runways are expected.
The Highway 395 corridor in Nevada and NE California (KMEV, KCXP,
KRNO, KRTS, KSVE) will see a period of snow this evening. It will
start around 23Z near KMEV and continue through at least 08Z. It may
not be continuous, with a few breaks, but periods of IFR conditions
in this time period. Runway accumulations of up to 3 inches of heavy
wet cement are possible for these terminals. Confidence moderate-
high on periods of IFR, but low-moderate for accumulations. The rest
of Western NV will see VFR with only local MVFR in -SHSN.
After a bit of a break Wednesday with only occasional snow showers
in the Sierra, the major storm will move through. Expect areas of
LLWS and mtn wave turbulence with widespread IFR/MVFR conditions
after 03Z Thursday lasting into Thursday afternoon. Significant
aviation impacts expected and heavy runway accumulations for the
Sierra. X
&&
.REV Watches/Warnings/Advisories...
NV...Winter Weather Advisory from 7 PM this evening to 7 AM PST
Wednesday NVZ005.
Winter Storm Watch from Wednesday afternoon through late
Thursday night NVZ002.
Winter Weather Advisory from 4 PM this afternoon to 4 PM PST
Wednesday NVZ002.
Winter Weather Advisory from 4 PM this afternoon to 4 AM PST
Wednesday NVZ003.
CA...Winter Weather Advisory from 4 PM this afternoon to 4 PM PST
Wednesday above 5000 feet in CAZ071.
Winter Storm Watch from Wednesday afternoon through late
Thursday night CAZ071.
Winter Weather Advisory from 7 PM this evening to 7 AM PST
Wednesday CAZ070.
Winter Weather Advisory from 4 PM this afternoon to 4 PM PST
Wednesday CAZ073.
Winter Storm Watch from Wednesday afternoon through late
Thursday night CAZ072-073.
Winter Weather Advisory from 4 PM this afternoon to 4 PM PST
Wednesday CAZ072.
&&
For more information from the National Weather Service visit...
http://weather.gov/renoThe office that day
Everything else NWS Reno, NV issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 15, 2:14 PM PST | Winter Storm Warning | REV | Alpine, El Dorado, Lassen, Mono, Nevada, Placer and 2 more | 57 hr |
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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.