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Wind Advisory 4, NWS Reno, NV

January 31, 2020Lyon County, Mineral County, Nevada; Mono County, California

NWS Reno, NV issued this wind advisory at Jan 31, 2020, 1:48 PM PST for Lyon County, Mineral County, Nevada; Mono County, California. It took effect at Feb 2, 2020, 10:00 AM PST. It was in force for 18 hr.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Jan 31, 2020, 1:48 PM PST (21:48 UTC)
In effect from
Feb 2, 2020, 10:00 AM PST
Expired
Feb 3, 2020, 4:00 AM PST
In force
18 hr
Issued by
NWS Reno, NV

Counties Mono County, CA, Lyon County, NV, Mineral County, NV

The radar

The Reno radar (KRGX), 150 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 21:47 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

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The nearest sounding before it

Reno, NV (KREV), launched 12:00Z, 9.8 hours before the alert went out and 131 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 2020-01-31Temperature 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 2020-01-31The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 9 square meters per square second.193958Sfc1 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
1495 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
26 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
9 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
70 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

106 
WWUS75 KREV 312148
NPWREV

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
148 PM PST Fri Jan 31 2020

CAZ073-NVZ001-020000-
/O.NEW.KREV.WI.Y.0004.200202T1800Z-200203T0600Z/
Mono County-Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties-
Including the cities of Bridgeport, Coleville, Lee Vining, 
Mammoth Lakes, Hawthorne, Yerington, Smith Valley, Mina, 
and Schurz
148 PM PST Fri Jan 31 2020

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 10 PM PST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. Wind 
  prone areas could see gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties and Mono County.

* WHEN...From 10 AM to 10 PM PST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
  Minor fence damage is also possible.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel restrictions may be in place for 
  high profile vehicles along US-395 and US-95. 
  

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.

&&

$$

CAZ072-NVZ002-020000-
/O.NEW.KREV.LW.Y.0010.200202T1200Z-200203T0300Z/
Greater Lake Tahoe Area-
Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City, Truckee, 
Markleeville, Stateline, Glenbrook, and Incline Village
148 PM PST Fri Jan 31 2020

...LAKE WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 7 PM PST SUNDAY FOR
LAKE TAHOE...

* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. Wave
  heights 3 to 5 feet.

* WHERE...Lake Tahoe.

* WHEN...From 4 AM to 7 PM PST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone 
  to capsizing and should remain off lake waters until 
  conditions improve.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Check lake conditions before heading out and be prepared for a
sudden increase in winds and wave heights. Consider postponing
boating activities on the lake until a day with less wind.

&&

$$

NVZ004-020000-
/O.NEW.KREV.LW.Y.0010.200202T1800Z-200203T0300Z/
Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake-
Including the cities of Fernley, Fallon, Lovelock, 
Silver Springs, Nixon, and Imlay
148 PM PST Fri Jan 31 2020

...LAKE WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 7 PM PST SUNDAY FOR
PYRAMID LAKE...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.
  Wave heights 2 to 4 feet.

* WHERE...Pyramid Lake.

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

* IMPACTS...Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone 
  to capsizing and should remain off lake waters until 
  conditions improve.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Check lake conditions before heading out and be prepared for a
sudden increase in winds and wave heights. Consider postponing
boating activities on the lake until a day with less wind.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/rev
5 follow-up statements
630 
WWUS75 KREV 011057
NPWREV

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
257 AM PST Sat Feb 1 2020

CAZ073-NVZ001-021200-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0004.200202T1800Z-200203T0600Z/
Mono County-Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties-
Including the cities of Bridgeport, Coleville, Lee Vining, 
Mammoth Lakes, Hawthorne, Yerington, Smith Valley, Mina, 
and Schurz
257 AM PST Sat Feb 1 2020

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 10 PM PST
SUNDAY...

* CHANGES...Added mention of fire weather concerns to impacts.

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. Wind 
  prone areas could see gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties and Mono County.

* WHEN...From 10 AM to 10 PM PST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
  Minor fence damage is also possible. Very dry air along with 
  gusty winds may create localized critical fire weather 
  conditions before precipitation begins.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel restrictions may be in place for 
  high profile vehicles along US-395 and US-95.

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.

&&

$$

CAZ072-NVZ002-021200-
/O.CON.KREV.LW.Y.0010.200202T1200Z-200203T0300Z/
Greater Lake Tahoe Area-
Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City, Truckee, 
Markleeville, Stateline, Glenbrook, and Incline Village
257 AM PST Sat Feb 1 2020

...LAKE WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 7 PM PST
SUNDAY FOR LAKE TAHOE...

* CHANGES...None.

* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. Wave 
  heights 3 to 5 feet.

* WHERE...Lake Tahoe.

* WHEN...From 4 AM to 7 PM PST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone 
  to capsizing and should remain off lake waters until 
  conditions improve.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Check lake conditions before heading out and be prepared for a
sudden increase in winds and wave heights. Consider postponing
boating activities on the lake until a day with less wind.

&&

$$

NVZ004-021200-
/O.CON.KREV.LW.Y.0010.200202T1800Z-200203T0300Z/
Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake-
Including the cities of Fernley, Fallon, Lovelock, 
Silver Springs, Nixon, and Imlay
257 AM PST Sat Feb 1 2020

...LAKE WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 7 PM PST
SUNDAY FOR PYRAMID LAKE...

* CHANGES...None.

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. 
  Wave heights 2 to 4 feet.

* WHERE...Pyramid Lake.

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

* IMPACTS...Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone 
  to capsizing and should remain off lake waters until 
  conditions improve.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Check lake conditions before heading out and be prepared for a
sudden increase in winds and wave heights. Consider postponing
boating activities on the lake until a day with less wind.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/rev
237 
WWUS75 KREV 012202
NPWREV

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
202 PM PST Sat Feb 1 2020

CAZ073-NVZ001-030000-
/O.EXT.KREV.WI.Y.0004.200202T1800Z-200203T1200Z/
Mono County-Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties-
Including the cities of Bridgeport, Coleville, Lee Vining, 
Mammoth Lakes, Hawthorne, Yerington, Smith Valley, Mina, 
and Schurz
202 PM PST Sat Feb 1 2020

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM SUNDAY TO 4 AM PST
MONDAY...

* CHANGES...Extended advisory into Sunday night.

* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts 50 to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties and Mono County.

* WHEN...From 10 AM Sunday to 4 AM PST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
  Minor fence damage is also possible. Very dry air along with
  gusty winds will create enhanced fire danger through Sunday
  evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel restrictions may be in place for
  high profile vehicles along US-395 and US-95. Blowing dust with
  reduced visibility is also 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.

&&

$$

CAZ072-NVZ002-030000-
/O.CON.KREV.LW.Y.0010.200202T1200Z-200203T0300Z/
Greater Lake Tahoe Area-
Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City, Truckee, 
Markleeville, Stateline, Glenbrook, and Incline Village
202 PM PST Sat Feb 1 2020

...LAKE WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 7 PM PST
SUNDAY FOR LAKE TAHOE...

* CHANGES...None.

* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph expected.
  Wave heights of 2 to 4 feet.

* WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area.

* WHEN...From 4 AM to 7 PM PST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone 
  to capsizing and should remain off lake waters until 
  conditions improve.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Check lake conditions before heading out and be prepared for a
sudden increase in winds and wave heights. Consider postponing
boating activities on the lake until a day with less wind.

&&

$$

NVZ004-030000-
/O.CON.KREV.LW.Y.0010.200202T1800Z-200203T0300Z/
Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake-
Including the cities of Fernley, Fallon, Lovelock, 
Silver Springs, Nixon, and Imlay
202 PM PST Sat Feb 1 2020

...LAKE WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 7 PM PST
SUNDAY FOR PYRAMID LAKE...

* CHANGES...None.

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.
  Wave heights of 2 to 4 feet.

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

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Another round of breezy winds is expected
  on Monday during the afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone 
  to capsizing and should remain off lake waters until 
  conditions improve.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Check lake conditions before heading out and be prepared for a
sudden increase in winds and wave heights. Consider postponing
boating activities on the lake until a day with less wind.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/rev
764 
WWUS75 KREV 022010
NPWREV

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
1210 PM PST Sun Feb 2 2020

CAZ073-NVZ001-031200-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-200203T1200Z/
Mono County-Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties-
Including the cities of Bridgeport, Coleville, Lee Vining, 
Mammoth Lakes, Hawthorne, Yerington, Smith Valley, Mina, 
and Schurz
1210 PM PST Sun Feb 2 2020

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST MONDAY...

* CHANGES...None.

* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts 50 to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties and Mono County.

* WHEN...From 10 AM Sunday to 4 AM PST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
  Minor fence damage is also possible. Very dry air along with
  gusty winds will create enhanced fire danger through late this
  afternoon.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel restrictions may be in place for 
  high profile vehicles along US-395 and US-95. Blowing dust 
  with reduced visibility is also 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.

&&

$$

CAZ072-NVZ002-030300-
/O.CON.KREV.LW.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-200203T0300Z/
Greater Lake Tahoe Area-
Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City, Truckee, 
Markleeville, Stateline, Glenbrook, and Incline Village
1210 PM PST Sun Feb 2 2020

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

* CHANGES...None.

* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph 
  expected. Wave heights of 2 to 4 feet.

* WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area.

* WHEN...From 4 AM to 7 PM PST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone 
  to capsizing and should remain off lake waters until 
  conditions improve.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Check lake conditions before heading out and be prepared for a
sudden increase in winds and wave heights. Consider postponing
boating activities on the lake until a day with less wind.

&&

$$

NVZ004-030300-
/O.CON.KREV.LW.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-200203T0300Z/
Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake-
Including the cities of Fernley, Fallon, Lovelock, 
Silver Springs, Nixon, and Imlay
1210 PM PST Sun Feb 2 2020

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

* CHANGES...None.

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph. 
  Wave heights of 2 to 4 feet.

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

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Another round of breezy winds is expected 
  on Monday during the afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone 
  to capsizing and should remain off lake waters until 
  conditions improve.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Check lake conditions before heading out and be prepared for a
sudden increase in winds and wave heights. Consider postponing
boating activities on the lake until a day with less wind.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/rev
504 
WWUS75 KREV 030250
NPWREV

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
650 PM PST Sun Feb 2 2020

CAZ072-NVZ002-030400-
/O.EXP.KREV.LW.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-200203T0300Z/
Greater Lake Tahoe Area-
Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City, Truckee, 
Markleeville, Stateline, Glenbrook, and Incline Village
650 PM PST Sun Feb 2 2020

...LAKE WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 7 PM PST THIS EVENING FOR
LAKE TAHOE...

Gusty winds will continue to decrease slowly through the late
evening hours. A few gusts in excess of 30 mph are possible
through 9 pm, but most gusts will be in the 25 to 30 mph range
this evening.

$$

NVZ004-030400-
/O.EXP.KREV.LW.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-200203T0300Z/
Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake-
Including the cities of Fernley, Fallon, Lovelock, 
Silver Springs, Nixon, and Imlay
650 PM PST Sun Feb 2 2020

...LAKE WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 7 PM PST THIS EVENING FOR
PYRAMID LAKE...

Gusty winds will continue to decrease this evening. Gusts in the
20 to 25 mph range are likely through 10 pm. Gusty winds are
likely again Monday.

$$

CAZ073-NVZ001-031200-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-200203T1200Z/
Mono County-Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties-
Including the cities of Bridgeport, Coleville, Lee Vining, 
Mammoth Lakes, Hawthorne, Yerington, Smith Valley, Mina, 
and Schurz
650 PM PST Sun Feb 2 2020

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST MONDAY...

* CHANGES...none.

* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts 50 to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties and Mono County.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Monday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel restrictions may be in place for 
  high profile vehicles along US-395 and US-95. Blowing dust 
  with reduced visibility is also possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Insure loose outdoor items such as patio furniture, holiday 
decorations, 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
436 
WWUS75 KREV 030541
NPWREV

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
941 PM PST Sun Feb 2 2020

NVZ004-040200-
/O.NEW.KREV.LW.Y.0011.200203T1800Z-200204T0200Z/
Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake-
Including the cities of Fernley, Fallon, Lovelock, 
Silver Springs, Nixon, and Imlay
941 PM PST Sun Feb 2 2020

...LAKE WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 6 PM PST MONDAY FOR
PYRAMID LAKE...

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph 
  expected. Waves 1 to 3 feet.

* WHERE...Pyramid Lake.

* WHEN...From 10 AM to 6 PM PST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone 
  to capsizing and should remain off lake waters until 
  conditions improve.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...highest waves are expected on the south
  shore.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Check lake conditions before heading out and be prepared for a
sudden increase in winds and wave heights. Consider postponing
boating activities on the lake until a day with less wind.

&&

$$

CAZ073-NVZ001-031200-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-200203T1200Z/
Mono County-Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties-
Including the cities of Bridgeport, Coleville, Lee Vining, 
Mammoth Lakes, Hawthorne, Yerington, Smith Valley, Mina, 
and Schurz
941 PM PST Sun Feb 2 2020

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST MONDAY...

* CHANGES...Decreased winds overnight.

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties and Mono County.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Monday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel restrictions may be in place for 
  high profile vehicles along US-395 and US-95. Blowing dust 
  with reduced visibility is also possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Insure loose outdoor items such as patio furniture, holiday 
decorations, 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

The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Jan 31, 1:48 PM PSTLake Wind AdvisoryREVChurchill, Douglas, Lyon, Pershing, Washoe53 hr

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Sources

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