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Wind Advisory 13, NWS Reno, NV

October 15, 20215 counties in Nevada; 9 counties in California

NWS Reno, NV issued this wind advisory at Oct 15, 2021, 11:01 AM PDT for 5 counties in Nevada; 9 counties in California. It took effect at Oct 17, 2021, 2:00 PM PDT. It was in force for 15 hr.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Oct 15, 2021, 11:01 AM PDT (18:01 UTC)
In effect from
Oct 17, 2021, 2:00 PM PDT
Expired
Oct 18, 2021, 5:00 AM PDT
In force
15 hr
Issued by
NWS Reno, NV

Counties Alpine County, CA, El Dorado County, CA, Lassen County, CA, Modoc County, CA, Mono County, CA, Nevada County, CA, Placer County, CA, Plumas County, CA, Sierra County, CA, Douglas County, NV, Lyon County, NV, Mineral County, NV, Storey County, NV, Washoe County, NV

The radar

The Reno radar (KRGX), 57 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 18:04 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.

The nearest sounding before it

Reno, NV (KREV), launched 12:00Z, 6.0 hours before the alert went out and 154 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 2021-10-15Temperature 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 2021-10-15The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 57 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
2493 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
35 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
57 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

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972 
WWUS75 KREV 151801
NPWREV

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
1101 AM PDT Fri Oct 15 2021

CAZ070>072-NVZ002-003-005-162315-
/O.NEW.KREV.WI.Y.0013.211017T2100Z-211018T0600Z/
Surprise Valley California-Lassen-Eastern Plumas-
Eastern Sierra Counties-Greater Lake Tahoe Area-Greater Reno-
Carson City-Minden Area-Northern Washoe County-
Including the cities of Cedarville, Eagleville, Fort Bidwell, 
Portola, Susanville, Westwood, Sierraville, Loyalton, 
South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City, Truckee, Markleeville, Stateline, 
Glenbrook, Incline Village, Sparks, Verdi, Gardnerville, 
Virginia City, Empire, and Gerlach
1101 AM PDT Fri Oct 15 2021

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TO 11 PM PDT SUNDAY...

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

* WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area, Surprise Valley California, 
  Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area, Lassen-Eastern Plumas- 
  Eastern Sierra Counties and Northern Washoe County.

* WHEN...From 2 PM to 11 PM PDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects.
  Travel may be difficulty for high profile vehicles. Hazardous 
  boating conditions are expected on area lakes. Tree limbs could be 
  blown down.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Increased potential for enhanced fire danger
  with the strong winds and moderately dry conditions. Strongest 
  winds are expected along US-395 between Susanville and Doyle, 
  Washoe Valley, and the Carson Valley. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio 
furniture, holiday decorations, and trash cans before winds 
increase. 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.

&&

$$

CAZ073-162315-
/O.NEW.KREV.WI.Y.0013.211017T2300Z-211018T0900Z/
Mono County-
Including the cities of Bridgeport, Coleville, Lee Vining, 
and Mammoth Lakes
1101 AM PDT Fri Oct 15 2021

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM SUNDAY TO 2 AM PDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph
  expected. Wind prone canyons along US-395 could see gusts up to
  60 mph. 

* WHERE...Mono County.

* WHEN...From 4 PM Sunday to 2 AM PDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects.
  Travel may be difficulty for high profile vehicles. Hazardous 
  boating conditions are expected on area lakes. Tree limbs could be 
  blown down.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Increased potential for enhanced fire danger 
  with the strong winds and moderately 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. 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
7 follow-up statements
622 
WWUS75 KREV 161008
NPWREV

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
308 AM PDT Sat Oct 16 2021

CAZ070>072-NVZ002-003-005-162300-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0013.211017T2100Z-211018T0600Z/
Surprise Valley California-Lassen-Eastern Plumas-
Eastern Sierra Counties-Greater Lake Tahoe Area-Greater Reno-
Carson City-Minden Area-Northern Washoe County-
Including the cities of Cedarville, Eagleville, Fort Bidwell, 
Portola, Susanville, Westwood, Sierraville, Loyalton, 
South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City, Truckee, Markleeville, Stateline, 
Glenbrook, Incline Village, Sparks, Verdi, Gardnerville, 
Virginia City, Empire, and Gerlach
308 AM PDT Sat Oct 16 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TO 11 PM PDT
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected. Wind prone locations along US-395 could see gusts up 
  to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area, Surprise Valley California, 
  Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area, Lassen-Eastern Plumas- 
  Eastern Sierra Counties and Northern Washoe County.

* WHEN...From 2 PM to 11 PM PDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects.
  Travel may be difficult for high profile vehicles. Hazardous
  boating conditions are expected on area lakes. Tree limbs and
  weakened or burned trees could be blown down.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Increased potential for enhanced fire
  danger with the strong winds and moderately dry conditions.
  Strongest winds are expected along US-395 in the North Valleys,  
  between Susanville and Doyle, Washoe Valley, and the Carson 
  Valley.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio
furniture, holiday decorations, and trash cans before winds
increase. 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.

&&

$$

CAZ073-162300-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0013.211017T2300Z-211018T0900Z/
Mono County-
Including the cities of Bridgeport, Coleville, Lee Vining, 
and Mammoth Lakes
308 AM PDT Sat Oct 16 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM SUNDAY TO 2 AM PDT
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected. Wind prone canyons along US-395 could see gusts up 
  to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Mono County.

* WHEN...From 4 PM Sunday to 2 AM PDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects.
  Travel may be difficult for high profile vehicles. Hazardous 
  boating conditions are expected on area lakes. Tree limbs could 
  be blown down.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Increased potential for enhanced fire 
  danger with the strong winds and moderately 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. 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
146 
WWUS75 KREV 162108
NPWREV

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
208 PM PDT Sat Oct 16 2021

NVZ004-180300-
/O.NEW.KREV.LW.Y.0057.211017T2100Z-211018T0300Z/
Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake-
Including the cities of Fernley, Fallon, Lovelock, 
Silver Springs, Nixon, and Imlay
208 PM PDT Sat Oct 16 2021

...LAKE WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TO 8 PM PDT SUNDAY FOR
PYRAMID LAKE...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph 
  expected. Waves 2 to 4 feet.

* WHERE...Pyramid Lake.

* WHEN...From 2 PM to 8 PM PDT 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.

&&

$$

CAZ073-180300-
/O.EXT.KREV.WI.Y.0013.211017T2100Z-211018T0900Z/
Mono County-
Including the cities of Bridgeport, Coleville, Lee Vining, 
and Mammoth Lakes
208 PM PDT Sat Oct 16 2021

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM SUNDAY TO 2 AM PDT
MONDAY...

* CHANGES...Earlier start time (2pm), for Wind Advisory. 

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph
  expected. Wind prone canyons along US-395 could see gusts over
  60 mph.

* WHERE...Mono County.

* WHEN...From 2 PM Sunday to 2 AM PDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Travel may be difficult for high profile vehicles. Hazardous 
  boating conditions are expected on area lakes. Tree limbs 
  could be blown down.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Increased potential for enhanced fire 
  danger with the strong winds and moderately 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. 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>072-NVZ002-003-005-180300-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0013.211017T2100Z-211018T0600Z/
Surprise Valley California-Lassen-Eastern Plumas-
Eastern Sierra Counties-Greater Lake Tahoe Area-Greater Reno-
Carson City-Minden Area-Northern Washoe County-
Including the cities of Cedarville, Eagleville, Fort Bidwell, 
Portola, Susanville, Westwood, Sierraville, Loyalton, 
South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City, Truckee, Markleeville, Stateline, 
Glenbrook, Incline Village, Sparks, Verdi, Gardnerville, 
Virginia City, Empire, and Gerlach
208 PM PDT Sat Oct 16 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TO 11 PM PDT
SUNDAY...

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

* WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area, Surprise Valley California, 
  Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area, Lassen-Eastern Plumas- 
  Eastern Sierra Counties and Northern Washoe County.

* WHEN...From 2 PM to 11 PM PDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Travel may be difficult for high profile vehicles. Hazardous 
  boating conditions are expected on area lakes. Tree limbs and 
  weakened or burned trees could be blown down.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Increased potential for enhanced fire 
  danger with the strong winds and moderately dry conditions. 
  Strongest winds are expected along US-395 in the North 
  Valleys, between Susanville and Doyle, Washoe Valley, and the 
  Carson Valley.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio
furniture, holiday decorations, and trash cans before winds
increase. 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
186 
WWUS75 KREV 171241
NPWREV

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
541 AM PDT Sun Oct 17 2021

CAZ073-181200-
/O.UPG.KREV.WI.Y.0013.211017T2100Z-211018T0900Z/
/O.NEW.KREV.HW.W.0003.211017T2100Z-211018T1200Z/
Mono County-
Including the cities of Bridgeport, Coleville, Lee Vining, 
and Mammoth Lakes
541 AM PDT Sun Oct 17 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 5 AM
PDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph
  expected. Wind prone locations may experience wind gusts in
  excess of 70 mph. 

* WHERE...Mono County.

* WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 5 AM PDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
  especially for high profile vehicles. Burned or damaged trees in
  burned areas may be blown over during these high winds. 

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High fire danger with dry conditions and
  strong gusty winds. Avoid outdoor activities that can cause a
  spark near dry vegetation, such as yard work, target shooting,
  or campfires. Follow local fire restrictions.

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.

&&

$$

CAZ070>072-NVZ002-003-005-180600-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0013.211017T2100Z-211018T0600Z/
Surprise Valley California-Lassen-Eastern Plumas-
Eastern Sierra Counties-Greater Lake Tahoe Area-Greater Reno-
Carson City-Minden Area-Northern Washoe County-
Including the cities of Cedarville, Eagleville, Fort Bidwell, 
Portola, Susanville, Westwood, Sierraville, Loyalton, 
South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City, Truckee, Markleeville, Stateline, 
Glenbrook, Incline Village, Sparks, Verdi, Gardnerville, 
Virginia City, Empire, and Gerlach
541 AM PDT Sun Oct 17 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
11 PM PDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected. Wind prone locations along US-395 could see gusts 
  over 60 mph.

* WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area, Surprise Valley California, 
  Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area, Lassen-Eastern Plumas- 
  Eastern Sierra Counties and Northern Washoe County.

* WHEN...From 2 PM to 11 PM PDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Travel may be difficult for high profile vehicles. Hazardous 
  boating conditions are expected on area lakes. Tree limbs and 
  weakened or burned trees could be blown down.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Increased potential for enhanced fire 
  danger with the strong winds and moderately dry conditions. 
  Strongest winds are expected along US-395 in the North 
  Valleys, between Susanville and Doyle, Washoe Valley, and the 
  Carson Valley.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio
furniture, holiday decorations, and trash cans before winds
increase. 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.

&&

$$

NVZ004-180300-
/O.CON.KREV.LW.Y.0057.211017T2100Z-211018T0300Z/
Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake-
Including the cities of Fernley, Fallon, Lovelock, 
Silver Springs, Nixon, and Imlay
541 AM PDT Sun Oct 17 2021

...LAKE WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON
TO 8 PM PDT THIS EVENING FOR PYRAMID LAKE...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph 
  expected. Waves 2 to 4 feet.

* WHERE...Pyramid Lake.

* WHEN...From 2 PM to 8 PM PDT 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
700 
WWUS75 KREV 171510
NPWREV

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
810 AM PDT Sun Oct 17 2021

CAZ073-180300-
/O.CON.KREV.HW.W.0003.211017T2100Z-211018T1200Z/
Mono County-
Including the cities of Bridgeport, Coleville, Lee Vining, 
and Mammoth Lakes
810 AM PDT Sun Oct 17 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON
TO 5 AM PDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected. Wind prone locations may experience wind gusts in 
  excess of 70 mph.

* WHERE...Mono County.

* WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 5 AM PDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Burned or 
  damaged trees in burned areas may be blown over during these 
  high winds.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High fire danger with dry conditions and 
  strong gusty winds. Avoid outdoor activities that can cause a 
  spark near dry vegetation, such as yard work, target shooting, 
  or campfires. Follow local fire restrictions.

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.

&&

$$

NVZ001-180300-
/O.EXB.KREV.WI.Y.0013.211017T2100Z-211018T1200Z/
Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties-
Including the cities of Hawthorne, Yerington, Smith Valley, Mina,
and Schurz
810 AM PDT Sun Oct 17 2021

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 5 AM PDT
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph
  expected. Wind prone locations along US-95 near Walker Lake
  could see gusts in excess of 60 mph. 

* WHERE...Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties.

* WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 5 AM PDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects.
  Travel may be difficult for high profile vehicles. Dangerous 
  boating conditions are expected on area lakes. Tree limbs and 
  weakened or burned trees could be blown down.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Increased potential for enhanced fire
  danger with the strong winds and moderately dry conditions.
  Strongest winds are expected along US-95 near Walker Lake.

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>072-NVZ002-003-005-180300-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0013.211017T2100Z-211018T0600Z/
Surprise Valley California-Lassen-Eastern Plumas-
Eastern Sierra Counties-Greater Lake Tahoe Area-Greater Reno-
Carson City-Minden Area-Northern Washoe County-
Including the cities of Cedarville, Eagleville, Fort Bidwell, 
Portola, Susanville, Westwood, Sierraville, Loyalton, 
South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City, Truckee, Markleeville, Stateline, 
Glenbrook, Incline Village, Sparks, Verdi, Gardnerville, 
Virginia City, Empire, and Gerlach
810 AM PDT Sun Oct 17 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
11 PM PDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected. Wind prone locations along US-395 could see gusts 
  over 60 mph.

* WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area, Surprise Valley California, 
  Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area, Lassen-Eastern Plumas- 
  Eastern Sierra Counties and Northern Washoe County.

* WHEN...From 2 PM to 11 PM PDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Travel may be difficult for high profile vehicles. Hazardous 
  boating conditions are expected on area lakes. Tree limbs and 
  weakened or burned trees could be blown down.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Increased potential for enhanced fire 
  danger with the strong winds and moderately dry conditions. 
  Strongest winds are expected along US-395 in the North 
  Valleys, between Susanville and Doyle, Washoe Valley, and the 
  Carson Valley.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio
furniture, holiday decorations, and trash cans before winds
increase. 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.

&&

$$

NVZ004-180300-
/O.CON.KREV.LW.Y.0057.211017T2100Z-211018T0300Z/
Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake-
Including the cities of Fernley, Fallon, Lovelock, 
Silver Springs, Nixon, and Imlay
810 AM PDT Sun Oct 17 2021

...LAKE WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON
TO 8 PM PDT THIS EVENING FOR PYRAMID LAKE...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph 
  expected. Waves 2 to 4 feet.

* WHERE...Pyramid Lake.

* WHEN...From 2 PM to 8 PM PDT 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
552 
WWUS75 KREV 180411
NPWREV

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
911 PM PDT Sun Oct 17 2021

CAZ070>072-NVZ002-003-005-180515-
/O.CAN.KREV.WI.Y.0013.000000T0000Z-211018T0600Z/
Surprise Valley California-Lassen-Eastern Plumas-
Eastern Sierra Counties-Greater Lake Tahoe Area-Greater Reno-
Carson City-Minden Area-Northern Washoe County-
Including the cities of Cedarville, Eagleville, Fort Bidwell, 
Portola, Susanville, Westwood, Sierraville, Loyalton, 
South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City, Truckee, Markleeville, Stateline, 
Glenbrook, Incline Village, Sparks, Verdi, Gardnerville, 
Virginia City, Empire, and Gerlach
911 PM PDT Sun Oct 17 2021

...WIND ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Some strong gusts in the 30-50 mph range remain possible this 
evening with the onset of precipitation. However, the risk for 
widespread advisory level wind gusts has ended. Gusts up to 60 
mph at ridgetop level will continue overnight for the Tahoe Basin
in the Sierra and Carson ranges.

$$

CAZ073-181200-
/O.CON.KREV.HW.W.0003.000000T0000Z-211018T1200Z/
Mono County-
Including the cities of Bridgeport, Coleville, Lee Vining, 
and Mammoth Lakes
911 PM PDT Sun Oct 17 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM PDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected. Wind prone locations may experience wind gusts in 
  excess of 70 mph.

* WHERE...Mono County.

* WHEN...Until 5 AM PDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Burned or 
  damaged trees in burned areas may be blown over during these 
  high winds.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High fire danger with dry conditions and 
  strong gusty winds. Avoid outdoor activities that can cause a 
  spark near dry vegetation, such as yard work, target shooting, 
  or campfires. Follow local fire restrictions.

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.

&&

$$

NVZ001-181200-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0013.000000T0000Z-211018T1200Z/
Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties-
Including the cities of Hawthorne, Yerington, Smith Valley, Mina,
and Schurz
911 PM PDT Sun Oct 17 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM PDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected. Wind prone locations along US-95 near Walker Lake 
  could see gusts in excess of 60 mph.

* WHERE...Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties.

* WHEN...Until 5 AM PDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Travel may be difficult for high profile vehicles. Dangerous 
  boating conditions are expected on area lakes. Tree limbs and 
  weakened or burned trees could be blown down.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Increased potential for enhanced fire 
  danger with the strong winds and moderately dry conditions. 
  Strongest winds are expected along US-95 near Walker Lake.

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.

&&

$$

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http://weather.gov/rev
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NPWREV

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
154 AM PDT Mon Oct 18 2021

CAZ073-181000-
/O.CAN.KREV.HW.W.0003.000000T0000Z-211018T1200Z/
Mono County-
Including the cities of Bridgeport, Coleville, Lee Vining, 
and Mammoth Lakes
154 AM PDT Mon Oct 18 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...

Rain and snow showers are ongoing across Mono county early this 
morning and dampening the wind threat. Stronger wind gusts are
east of Highway 395 into Mineral county for now. Ridge level 
winds will stay breezy through the morning with wind gusts up to 
60 mph.



$$

NVZ001-181200-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0013.000000T0000Z-211018T1200Z/
Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties-
Including the cities of Hawthorne, Yerington, Smith Valley, Mina,
and Schurz
154 AM PDT Mon Oct 18 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM PDT EARLY THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected. Wind prone locations along US-95 near Walker Lake 
  could see gusts in excess of 60 mph.

* WHERE...Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties.

* WHEN...Until 5 AM PDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Travel may be difficult for high profile vehicles. Dangerous 
  boating conditions are expected on area lakes. Tree limbs and 
  weakened or burned trees could be blown down.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds are expected along US-95 
  near Walker Lake.

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.

&&

$$

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NPWREV

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
442 AM PDT Mon Oct 18 2021

NVZ001-181245-
/O.EXP.KREV.WI.Y.0013.000000T0000Z-211018T1200Z/
Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties-
Including the cities of Hawthorne, Yerington, Smith Valley, Mina,
and Schurz
442 AM PDT Mon Oct 18 2021

...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 5 AM PDT EARLY THIS MORNING...

Strong gusty winds have dwindled as showers have developed across
western Nevada early this morning. Plan on brisk north to
northwest breezes today with gusts 20 to 30 mph possible. 

$$

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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.