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Wind Advisory 2, NWS Reno, NV

January 15, 20204 counties in California; 5 counties in Nevada

NWS Reno, NV issued this wind advisory at Jan 15, 2020, 4:12 AM PST for 4 counties in California; 5 counties in Nevada. It took effect at Jan 15, 2020, 10:00 PM PST. It was in force for 21 hr.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Jan 15, 2020, 4:12 AM PST (12:12 UTC)
In effect from
Jan 15, 2020, 10:00 PM PST
Expired
Jan 16, 2020, 7:00 PM PST
In force
21 hr
Issued by
NWS Reno, NV

Counties Lassen County, CA, Modoc County, CA, Plumas County, CA, Sierra County, CA, Churchill County, NV, Lyon County, NV, Mineral County, NV, Pershing County, NV, Washoe County, NV

The radar

The Reno radar (KRGX), 32 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 12:16 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

Open the radar archive at this moment

The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.

The nearest sounding before it

Reno, NV (KREV), launched 12:00Z, 0.2 hours before the alert went out and 132 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Reno, NV at 12:00Z on 2020-01-15Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km-30°-20°-10°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Reno, NV at 12:00Z on 2020-01-15The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 178 square meters per square second.1939587897117Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
0 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
No buoyant parcel
Mixed-layer LCL
2017 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
74 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
178 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
269 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

112 
WWUS75 KREV 151212
NPWREV

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
412 AM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

NVZ003-161400-
/O.UPG.KREV.HW.A.0002.200116T0600Z-200116T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KREV.HW.W.0002.200116T0900Z-200116T2100Z/
Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area-
Including the cities of Sparks, Verdi, Gardnerville, 
and Virginia City
412 AM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM TO 1 PM PST THURSDAY...

* CHANGES...Upgrade from a watch to a warning. Increasing
  confidence.

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area.

* WHEN...From 1 AM to 1 PM PST Thursday. 

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees, fences, and
  powerlines leading to power outages. Travel will be difficult,
  especially for high profile vehicles with travel restrictions
  possible. Severe turbulence and delays for air travel.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wind prone locations will begin to become
  strong and gusty overnight with widespread strong winds likely
  from pre-dawn through midday Thursday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Now is the time Secure loose outdoor items such as patio
furniture, holiday decorations, and trash cans before winds
increase which could blow these items away. The best thing to do
is prepare ahead of time by making sure you have extra food and
water on hand, flashlights with spare batteries and/or candles in
the event of a power outage.

&&

$$

CAZ071-161200-
/O.UPG.KREV.HW.A.0002.200116T0600Z-200116T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KREV.WI.Y.0002.200116T0600Z-200116T1200Z/
Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties-
Including the cities of Portola, Susanville, Westwood, 
Sierraville, and Loyalton
412 AM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 4 AM PST
THURSDAY...

* CHANGES...Upgrade from a watch to an advisory. Increasing
  confidence.

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph
  expected. Wind prone locations along US-395 could see gusts to
  70 mph.

* WHERE...Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 4 AM PST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wind prone locations will begin to become
  strong and gusty tonight with widespread strong winds likely
  from midnight through early Thursday morning. The strongest
  winds are expected along US-395 between Doyle and Susanville. 
  Travel restrictions for high profile vehicles are possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio
furniture, holiday decorations, and trash cans before winds
increase which could blow these items away. The best thing to do
is prepare ahead of time by making sure you have extra food and
water on hand, flashlights with spare batteries and/or candles in
the event of a power outage.

&&

$$

CAZ070-NVZ005-161400-
/O.UPG.KREV.HW.A.0002.200116T0600Z-200116T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KREV.WI.Y.0002.200116T0600Z-200116T1800Z/
Surprise Valley California-Northern Washoe County-
Including the cities of Cedarville, Eagleville, Fort Bidwell, 
Empire, and Gerlach
412 AM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 AM PST
THURSDAY...

* CHANGES...Upgrade from a watch to an advisory. Increasing
  confidence.

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Surprise Valley California and Northern Washoe County.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 10 AM PST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wind prone locations will begin to become
  strong and gusty tonight with widespread strong winds likely
  overnight through Thursday morning. The strongest winds are
  expected to be in the Surprise Valley and across far northern 
  Washoe County nearing the Oregon border. Gusts to 60 mph are 
  possible in these locations.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio
furniture, holiday decorations, and trash cans before winds
increase which could blow these items away. The best thing to do
is prepare ahead of time by making sure you have extra food and
water on hand, flashlights with spare batteries and/or candles in
the event of a power outage.

&&

$$

NVZ001-161400-
/O.NEW.KREV.WI.Y.0002.200116T1800Z-200117T0300Z/
Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties-
Including the cities of Hawthorne, Yerington, Smith Valley, Mina,
and Schurz
412 AM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 7 PM PST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties.

* WHEN...From 10 AM to 7 PM PST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS....Winds will increase by late morning with
  the peak speeds expected Thursday afternoon. Winds will impact
  the US-95 corridor in Mineral County with travel restrictions
  possible. Increased potential for enhanced fire danger with the
  strong winds and relatively dry conditions.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio
furniture, holiday decorations, and trash cans before winds
increase which could blow these items away. The best thing to do
is prepare ahead of time by making sure you have extra food and
water on hand, flashlights with spare batteries and/or candles in
the event of a power outage.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/rev
6 follow-up statements
031 
WWUS75 KREV 152149
NPWREV

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
149 PM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

NVZ001-170000-
/O.UPG.KREV.WI.Y.0002.200116T1800Z-200117T0300Z/
/O.EXB.KREV.HW.W.0002.200116T1800Z-200117T0300Z/
Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties-
Including the cities of Hawthorne, Yerington, Smith Valley, Mina,
and Schurz
149 PM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 7 PM PST THURSDAY...

* CHANGES...Upgraded from and Advisory to a Warning.

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties.

* WHEN...From 10 AM to 7 PM PST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
  Blowing dust could cause periods of low visibility. 

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will increase by late morning with 
  the peak speeds expected Thursday afternoon. Winds will impact 
  the US-95 corridor in Mineral County with travel restrictions 
  possible. Increased potential for enhanced fire danger with 
  the strong winds and relatively dry conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Now is the time Secure loose outdoor items such as patio
furniture, holiday decorations, and trash cans before winds
increase which could blow these items away. The best thing to do
is prepare ahead of time by making sure you have extra food and
water on hand, flashlights with spare batteries and/or candles in
the event of a power outage.

&&

$$

NVZ003-162100-
/O.CON.KREV.HW.W.0002.200116T0900Z-200116T2100Z/
Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area-
Including the cities of Sparks, Verdi, Gardnerville, 
and Virginia City
149 PM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM TO 1 PM PST
THURSDAY...

* CHANGES...None.

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area.

* WHEN...From 1 AM to 1 PM PST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees, fences, and 
  powerlines leading to power outages. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles with travel restrictions 
  possible. Severe turbulence and delays for air travel.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wind prone locations will begin to become 
  strong and gusty overnight with widespread strong winds likely 
  from pre-dawn through midday Thursday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Now is the time Secure loose outdoor items such as patio
furniture, holiday decorations, and trash cans before winds
increase which could blow these items away. The best thing to do
is prepare ahead of time by making sure you have extra food and
water on hand, flashlights with spare batteries and/or candles in
the event of a power outage.

&&

$$

NVZ004-170000-
/O.EXB.KREV.WI.Y.0002.200116T1500Z-200117T0300Z/
Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake-
Including the cities of Fernley, Fallon, Lovelock, 
Silver Springs, Nixon, and Imlay
149 PM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 7 PM PST THURSDAY...


* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake.

* WHEN...From 7 AM to 7 PM PST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result. Blowing dust could cause periods of low visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong cross winds will occur along
  Interstate 80 and U.S. Highway 50 with the strongest winds after
  11 AM.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio
furniture, holiday decorations, and trash cans before winds
increase which could blow these items away. The best thing to do
is prepare ahead of time by making sure you have extra food and
water on hand, flashlights with spare batteries and/or candles in
the event of a power outage.

&&

$$

CAZ071-161200-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0002.200116T0600Z-200116T1200Z/
Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties-
Including the cities of Portola, Susanville, Westwood, 
Sierraville, and Loyalton
149 PM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO
4 AM PST THURSDAY...

* CHANGES...None.

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected. Wind prone locations along US-395 could see gusts to 
  70 mph.

* WHERE...Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 4 AM PST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wind prone locations will begin to become 
  strong and gusty tonight with widespread strong winds likely 
  from midnight through early Thursday morning. The strongest 
  winds are expected along US-395 between Doyle and Susanville. 
  Travel restrictions for high profile vehicles are possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio
furniture, holiday decorations, and trash cans before winds
increase which could blow these items away. The best thing to do
is prepare ahead of time by making sure you have extra food and
water on hand, flashlights with spare batteries and/or candles in
the event of a power outage.

&&

$$

CAZ070-NVZ005-161800-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0002.200116T0600Z-200116T1800Z/
Surprise Valley California-Northern Washoe County-
Including the cities of Cedarville, Eagleville, Fort Bidwell, 
Empire, and Gerlach
149 PM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO
10 AM PST THURSDAY...

* CHANGES...None.

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Surprise Valley California and Northern Washoe County.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 10 AM PST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wind prone locations will begin to become 
  strong and gusty tonight with widespread strong winds likely 
  overnight through Thursday morning. The strongest winds are 
  expected to be in the Surprise Valley and across far northern 
  Washoe County nearing the Oregon border. Gusts to 60 mph are 
  possible in these locations.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio
furniture, holiday decorations, and trash cans before winds
increase which could blow these items away. The best thing to do
is prepare ahead of time by making sure you have extra food and
water on hand, flashlights with spare batteries and/or candles in
the event of a power outage.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/rev
155 
WWUS75 KREV 161154
NPWREV

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
354 AM PST Thu Jan 16 2020

NVZ003-162100-
/O.CON.KREV.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-200116T2100Z/
Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area-
Including the cities of Sparks, Verdi, Gardnerville, 
and Virginia City
354 AM PST Thu Jan 16 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM PST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* CHANGES...None.

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM PST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines.
  Widespread power outages are possible. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Make sure loose outdoor items such as patio furniture, holiday 
decorations, and trash cans are secured 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.

&&

$$

NVZ001-170300-
/O.CON.KREV.HW.W.0002.200116T1800Z-200117T0300Z/
Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties-
Including the cities of Hawthorne, Yerington, Smith Valley, Mina,
and Schurz
354 AM PST Thu Jan 16 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO
7 PM PST THIS EVENING...

* CHANGES...No changes.

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties.

* WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 7 PM PST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines.
  Widespread power outages are possible. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will increase by late morning with
  the peak speeds expected this afternoon. Winds will impact the 
  US-95 corridor in Mineral County with travel restrictions 
  possible. Increased potential for enhanced fire danger with the 
  strong winds and relatively dry conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Make sure loose outdoor items such as patio furniture, holiday 
decorations, and trash cans are secured 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.

&&

$$

CAZ071-161300-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-200116T1200Z/
Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties-
Including the cities of Portola, Susanville, Westwood, 
Sierraville, and Loyalton
354 AM PST Thu Jan 16 2020

...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 4 AM PST THIS MORNING...

The Wind Advisory will expire at 4 AM this morning and will be
replaced by a Winter Weather Advisory. Strong and gusty winds are
still expected during this period. 

South winds of 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph are possible
along with gusts up to 70 mph along US-395 through the mid-
morning. Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree 
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

&&

$$

CAZ070-NVZ005-161800-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-200116T1800Z/
Surprise Valley California-Northern Washoe County-
Including the cities of Cedarville, Eagleville, Fort Bidwell, 
Empire, and Gerlach
354 AM PST Thu Jan 16 2020

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST THIS MORNING...

* CHANGES...No changes.

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Surprise Valley California and Northern Washoe County.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST this morning.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are expected to be in
  the Surprise Valley and across far northern Washoe County
  nearing the Oregon border. Gusts to 60 mph are possible in these
  locations.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Make sure loose outdoor items such as patio furniture, holiday 
decorations, and trash cans are secured 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.

&&

$$

NVZ004-170300-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0002.200116T1500Z-200117T0300Z/
Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake-
Including the cities of Fernley, Fallon, Lovelock, 
Silver Springs, Nixon, and Imlay
354 AM PST Thu Jan 16 2020

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 7 PM
PST THIS EVENING...

* CHANGES...No changes.

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph
  expected. Gusts up to 45 mph on Pyramid Lake with wave heights 2
  to 3 feet. 

* WHERE...Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake.

* WHEN...From 7 AM this morning to 7 PM PST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong cross winds will occur along
  Interstate 80 and U.S. Highway 50 with the strongest winds after
  11 AM. Areas of blowing dust may result in sudden reductions to
  visibility. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Make sure loose outdoor items such as patio furniture, holiday 
decorations, and trash cans are secured 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.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/rev
937 
WWUS75 KREV 161159
NPWREV

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
359 AM PST Thu Jan 16 2020

CAZ071-161300-
/O.EXP.KREV.WI.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-200116T1200Z/
Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties-
Including the cities of Portola, Susanville, Westwood, 
Sierraville, and Loyalton
359 AM PST Thu Jan 16 2020

...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 4 AM PST THIS MORNING...

The Wind Advisory will expire at 4 AM this morning and will be
replaced by a Winter Weather Advisory. Strong and gusty winds are
still expected during this period. 

South winds of 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph are possible
along with gusts up to 70 mph along US-395 through the mid-
morning. Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree 
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

$$

NVZ003-162100-
/O.CON.KREV.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-200116T2100Z/
Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area-
Including the cities of Sparks, Verdi, Gardnerville, 
and Virginia City
359 AM PST Thu Jan 16 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM PST THIS
AFTERNOON...

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM PST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* CHANGES...None.

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM PST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines.
  Widespread power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult,
  especially for high profile vehicles. Turbulence and wind shear
  for aviation along with delays and/or cancellations are
  possible.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Make sure loose outdoor items such as patio furniture, holiday
decorations, and trash cans are secured 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.

&&

$$

NVZ001-170300-
/O.CON.KREV.HW.W.0002.200116T1800Z-200117T0300Z/
Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties-
Including the cities of Hawthorne, Yerington, Smith Valley, Mina,
and Schurz
359 AM PST Thu Jan 16 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO
7 PM PST THIS EVENING...

* CHANGES...No changes.

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties.

* WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 7 PM PST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines.
  Widespread power outages are possible. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will increase by late morning with
  the peak speeds expected this afternoon. Winds will impact the
  US-95 corridor in Mineral County with travel restrictions
  possible. Increased potential for enhanced fire danger with the
  strong winds and relatively dry conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Make sure loose outdoor items such as patio furniture, holiday
decorations, and trash cans are secured 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.

&&

$$

CAZ070-NVZ005-161800-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-200116T1800Z/
Surprise Valley California-Northern Washoe County-
Including the cities of Cedarville, Eagleville, Fort Bidwell, 
Empire, and Gerlach
359 AM PST Thu Jan 16 2020

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST THIS MORNING...

* CHANGES...No changes.

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Surprise Valley California and Northern Washoe County.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST this morning.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are expected to be in
  the Surprise Valley and across far northern Washoe County
  nearing the Oregon border. Gusts to 60 mph are possible in these
  locations.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Make sure loose outdoor items such as patio furniture, holiday
decorations, and trash cans are secured 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.

&&

$$

NVZ004-170300-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0002.200116T1500Z-200117T0300Z/
Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake-
Including the cities of Fernley, Fallon, Lovelock, 
Silver Springs, Nixon, and Imlay
359 AM PST Thu Jan 16 2020

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 7 PM
PST THIS EVENING...

* CHANGES...No changes.

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph
  expected. Gusts up to 45 mph on Pyramid Lake with wave heights 2
  to 3 feet. 

* WHERE...Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake.

* WHEN...From 7 AM this morning to 7 PM PST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong cross winds will occur along
  Interstate 80 and U.S. Highway 50 with the strongest winds after
  11 AM. Areas of blowing dust may result in sudden reductions to
  visibility. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Make sure loose outdoor items such as patio furniture, holiday
decorations, and trash cans are secured 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.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/rev
809 
WWUS75 KREV 161758
NPWREV

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
958 AM PST Thu Jan 16 2020

CAZ070-NVZ005-161900-
/O.EXP.KREV.WI.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-200116T1800Z/
Surprise Valley California-Northern Washoe County-
Including the cities of Cedarville, Eagleville, Fort Bidwell, 
Empire, and Gerlach
958 AM PST Thu Jan 16 2020

...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 10 AM PST THIS MORNING...

Winds have begun to decrease for the Surprise Valley and northern
Washoe County; therefore, the wind advisory will be allowed to
expire at 10 AM. Winds will still be breezy with gusts 30 to 40
mph through much of the afternoon before decreasing this evening.

$$

NVZ003-162100-
/O.CON.KREV.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-200116T2100Z/
Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area-
Including the cities of Sparks, Verdi, Gardnerville, 
and Virginia City
958 AM PST Thu Jan 16 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM PST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* CHANGES...None.

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM PST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines.
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially
  for high profile vehicles. Turbulence and localized wind shear
  for aviation along with delays and/or cancellations are 
  possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Make sure loose outdoor items such as patio furniture and trash 
cans are secured before winds increase. Make sure you have extra 
food and water on hand, flashlights with spare batteries and/or 
candles in the event of a power outage.

&&

$$

NVZ001-170300-
/O.CON.KREV.HW.W.0002.200116T1800Z-200117T0300Z/
Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties-
Including the cities of Hawthorne, Yerington, Smith Valley, Mina,
and Schurz
958 AM PST Thu Jan 16 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM PST THIS
EVENING...

* CHANGES...None.

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties.

* WHEN...until 7 PM PST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. Power
  outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for 
  high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will increase by late morning with
  the peak speeds expected this afternoon. Winds will impact the
  US-95 corridor in Mineral County with travel restrictions 
  possible. Increased potential for enhanced fire danger with the 
  strong winds and relatively dry conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Make sure loose outdoor items such as patio furniture and trash 
cans are secured before winds increase. Make sure you have extra 
food and water on hand, flashlights with spare batteries and/or 
candles in the event of a power outage.

&&

$$

NVZ004-170300-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-200117T0300Z/
Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake-
Including the cities of Fernley, Fallon, Lovelock, 
Silver Springs, Nixon, and Imlay
958 AM PST Thu Jan 16 2020

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM PST THIS EVENING...

* CHANGES...None.

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected. Gusts up to 45 mph on Pyramid Lake with wave heights 
  2 to 3 feet.

* WHERE...Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake.

* WHEN...From 7 AM this morning to 7 PM PST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong cross winds will occur along 
  Interstate 80 and U.S. Highway 50 with the strongest winds 
  after 11 AM. Areas of blowing dust may result in sudden 
  reductions to visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Make sure loose outdoor items such as patio furniture and trash 
cans are secured before winds increase. Make sure you have extra 
food and water on hand, flashlights with spare batteries and/or 
candles in the event of a power outage.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/rev
049 
WWUS75 KREV 162050
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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
1250 PM PST Thu Jan 16 2020

NVZ003-162200-
/O.EXP.KREV.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-200116T2100Z/
Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area-
Including the cities of Sparks, Verdi, Gardnerville, 
and Virginia City
1250 PM PST Thu Jan 16 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 1 PM PST THIS AFTERNOON...

Snow has begun to push into far western Nevada, with winds
decreasing to well below warning levels for most spots. Therefore,
the high wind warning will be allowed to expire. 

Wind gusts for the remainder of the afternoon are expected to 
remain below 40 mph for most spots, with gusts up to 50 mph still 
possible for another hour or so in Douglas County along and east 
of Highway 395.

$$

NVZ001-170300-
/O.CON.KREV.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-200117T0300Z/
Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties-
Including the cities of Hawthorne, Yerington, Smith Valley, Mina,
and Schurz
1250 PM PST Thu Jan 16 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM PST THIS
EVENING...

* CHANGES...None.

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM PST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines.
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially
  for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will impact the US-95 corridor in
  Mineral County with travel restrictions possible. Enhanced fire
  danger with the strong winds and low humidities through the 
  afternoon.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Make sure loose outdoor items such as patio furniture and trash
cans are secured. Make sure you have extra food and water on 
hand, flashlights with spare batteries and/or candles in the event
of a power outage.

&&

$$

NVZ004-170300-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-200117T0300Z/
Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake-
Including the cities of Fernley, Fallon, Lovelock, 
Silver Springs, Nixon, and Imlay
1250 PM PST Thu Jan 16 2020

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM PST THIS EVENING...

* CHANGES...None.

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected. Gusts up to 45 mph on Pyramid Lake with wave heights 
  2 to 3 feet.

* WHERE...Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM PST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong cross winds will occur along
  Interstate 80 and U.S. Highway 50. Areas of blowing dust may 
  result in sudden reductions to visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Make sure loose outdoor items such as patio furniture and trash
cans are secured. Make sure you have extra food and water on 
hand, flashlights with spare batteries and/or candles in the event
of a power outage.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/rev
618 
WWUS75 KREV 170253
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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
653 PM PST Thu Jan 16 2020

NVZ001-170400-
/O.EXP.KREV.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-200117T0300Z/
Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties-
Including the cities of Hawthorne, Yerington, Smith Valley, Mina,
and Schurz
653 PM PST Thu Jan 16 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 7 PM PST THIS EVENING...

Winds have dropped off with most gusts around 30 mph. High winds
are no longer expected overnight.

$$

NVZ004-170400-
/O.EXP.KREV.WI.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-200117T0300Z/
Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake-
Including the cities of Fernley, Fallon, Lovelock, 
Silver Springs, Nixon, and Imlay
653 PM PST Thu Jan 16 2020

...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 7 PM PST THIS EVENING...

Winds have dropped off with most gusts around 25 mph. Winds will 
continue to gradually taper overnight.

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/rev

The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Jan 15, 4:12 AM PSTHigh Wind WarningREVDouglas, Lyon, Mineral, Storey, Washoe39 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; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.