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Winter Storm Warning 3, NWS Reno, NV
NWS Reno, NV issued this winter storm warning at Dec 10, 2021, 2:11 PM PST for 8 counties in California; 4 counties in Nevada. It took effect at Dec 11, 2021, 10:00 PM PST. It was in force for 64 hr. 44 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
- Dec 10, 2021, 2:11 PM PST (22:11 UTC)
- In effect from
- Dec 11, 2021, 10:00 PM PST
- Expired
- Dec 14, 2021, 1:41 PM PST
- In force
- 64 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Reno, NV
Counties Alpine County, CA, El Dorado County, CA, Lassen County, CA, Mono County, CA, Nevada County, CA, Placer County, CA, Plumas County, CA, Sierra County, CA, Douglas County, NV, Lyon County, NV, Storey County, NV, Washoe County, NV
The radar
The Reno radar (KRGX), 69 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 22:12 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 12, 6:00 AM PST | SNOW 4.5 | Chester, CA | 0.46IN OF LIQUID, 4.5IN SNOW. |
| Dec 12, 8:00 AM PST | SNOW 4.8 | 1 Ene Soda Springs, CA | CENTRAL SIERRA SNOW LAB REPORTED 4.8IN OF SNOW AS OF 0800 ON 12/12/2021 HTTPS://TWITTER.COM/UCB_CSSL/STATUS/1470064912214855681. |
| Dec 13, 7:35 AM PST | HEAVY SNOW 14 | 1 Nnw Incline Village, NV | |
| Dec 13, 8:00 AM PST | SNOW 18.7 | 1 Ene Soda Springs, CA | CENTRAL SIERRA SNOW LAB, ELEVATION 6894FT, REPORTS 18.7IN OF SNOW IN LAST 24HR. 48HR TOTAL IS 23.5IN. HTTPS://TWITTER.COM/UCB_CSSL/STATUS/1470432349510717440. |
| Dec 13, 9:35 AM PST | HEAVY SNOW 8 | Homewood Mountain Ski B, CA | |
| Dec 14, 5:00 AM PST | SNOW 4 | Applegate 0.5se, CA | STATION REPORTS 4.0IN OF SNOW (0.69IN OF WATER). ELEVATION 1983FT. TOTAL PRECIPITATION: 3.14IN. STATION: CA-PC-24. |
| Dec 14, 5:20 AM PST | HEAVY SNOW 76 | Mt. Rose Ski Base, NV | SIXTY-SIX TO 76 INCHES STORM TOTAL. |
| Dec 14, 6:00 AM PST | HEAVY SNOW 6 | Minden, NV | 24 HOUR SNOWFALL WITH 0.84 INCHES LIQUID. 1.07 INCHES STORM TOTAL LIQUID. |
| Dec 14, 6:00 AM PST | HEAVY SNOW 48 | Mammoth Mountain Ski Ba, CA | 40 TO 48 INCHES STORM TOTAL. |
| Dec 14, 6:00 AM PST | HEAVY SNOW 50 | Heavenly Ski Base, CA | STORM TOTAL SINCE SUNDAY. 24-HR SNOWFALL OF 38 INCHES. |
| Dec 14, 6:20 AM PST | HEAVY SNOW 45 | Homewood Mountain Ski, CA | THIRTY TO 45 INCHES STORM TOTAL SINCE SUNDAY AT THE BASE AND SUMMIT, RESPECTIVELY. 23-29 INCHES IN PAST 24 HRS. |
| Dec 14, 6:25 AM PST | SNOW 1.3 | 1 Nne Sparks, NV | |
| Dec 14, 6:30 AM PST | HEAVY SNOW 12 | Bieber, CA | SNOWFALL IN PAST 18 HOURS. |
| Dec 14, 6:30 AM PST | SNOW 41 | 1 Sse Kirkwood Meadows, CA | REPORTED AT KIRKWOOD MOUNTAIN RESORT: 41IN OF SNOW OVER 48HRS. ELEVATION 7690FT. |
| Dec 14, 6:35 AM PST | HEAVY SNOW 15.5 | Truckee Airport, CA | STORM TOTAL WITH 14.5 INCHES IN PAST 24 HOURS. SOME RAIN YESTERDAY WITH LIQUID EQUIVALENT 2.04 INCHES. |
| Dec 14, 6:50 AM PST | HEAVY SNOW 7.5 | 1 Nne Genoa, NV | SNOWFALL AT 4950 FOOT ELEVATION. |
| Dec 14, 7:00 AM PST | HEAVY SNOW 7 | Johnson Lane, NV | SNOWFALL AT 4816 FEET. |
| Dec 14, 7:00 AM PST | HEAVY SNOW 19 | 2 N Truckee, CA | 24 HOUR SNOWFALL AT 6487 FEET. |
| Dec 14, 7:00 AM PST | HEAVY SNOW 44 | 1 Ssw Northstar Ski Bas, CA | STORM TOTAL SINCE SUNDAY. 29 INCHES IN PAST 24 HOURS. |
| Dec 14, 7:00 AM PST | SNOW 5 | 1 Nne Grass Valley, CA | LOW ELEVATION SNOW AROUND THE SIERRA FOOTHILLS. COOL (2.0 ENE) 1 INCH - NEVADA CITY (3.9 E) 4 INCHES - VOLCANO (3.2 N) 4 INCHES - GRASS VALLEY (1.3 NNE) 5 INCHES - PLACERVILLE (6.6 ESE) 6 INCHES - CAMINO (1.2 N) 8 INCHES. |
| Dec 14, 7:15 AM PST | HEAVY SNOW 15 | 3 Ne Mt. Rose Ski Base, NV | 24 HOUR SNOWFALL AT 6000 FEET. |
| Dec 14, 8:00 AM PST | SNOW 54.8 | 1 Ene Soda Springs, CA | SIERRA SNOW LAB MEASURED 54.8IN OF SNOW OVER 48HRS. STORM TOTAL OF 60IN. ELEVATION 6894FT. |
| Dec 14, 8:20 AM PST | SNOW 2 | 4 Nne Spanish Springs, NV | |
| Dec 14, 8:30 AM PST | SNOW 3 | 1 Nnw Reno, NV | SNOWFALL SINCE LAST NIGHT. |
| Dec 14, 8:30 AM PST | HEAVY SNOW 5 | 1 W Doyle, CA | 1.38 INCHES OF RAIN BEFORE CHANGEOVER TO SNOW YESTERDAY. STATION ELEVATION: 4537 FT. |
| Dec 14, 8:30 AM PST | SNOW 7 | 1 N Spaulding, CA | STATION ELEVATION: 5146 FT. |
| Dec 14, 9:00 AM PST | SNOW 34 | 1 Wsw Kingvale, CA | CALTRANS AT KINGVALE MEASURED 34IN OF SNOW OVER 24HRS. SNOW TOTAL: 48IN. ELEVATION 6118FT. |
| Dec 14, 9:17 AM PST | SNOW 52 | 2 Ene Soda Springs, CA | 52IN OF SNOW REPORTED AT BOREAL OVER 48HRS. ELEVATION 7700FT. |
| Dec 14, 9:21 AM PST | SNOW 52 | Soda Springs, CA | REPORTED AT SODA SPRINGS SKI RESORT: 52IN OF SNOW OVER 48HRS. ELEVATION 7300FT. |
| Dec 14, 9:29 AM PST | HEAVY SNOW 50 | Palisades Tahoe Ski Bas, CA | STORM TOTAL OF 29 TO 50 INCHES SINCE SUNDAY BETWEEN BASE AND 8000 FEET, RESPECTIVELY. 20 TO 29 INCHES IN PAST 24 HOURS. |
| Dec 14, 9:43 AM PST | HEAVY SNOW 18.5 | 5 Wnw Susanville, CA | STORM TOTAL. 16 INCHES IN PAST 24 HOURS. WET SNOW. |
| Dec 14, 9:45 AM PST | HEAVY SNOW 7.3 | 3 Ene Verdi, NV | |
| Dec 14, 9:48 AM PST | HEAVY SNOW 14.5 | 3 Wsw Gardnerville Ranc, NV | STORM TOTAL SNOWFALL. 7.5 INCHES IN PAST 24 HOURS. STATION ELEVATION: 4821 FT. |
| Dec 14, 9:49 AM PST | HEAVY SNOW 26.5 | 1 Nnw Incline Village, NV | STORM TOTAL. STATION ELEVATION: 7553 FT. |
| Dec 14, 9:50 AM PST | SNOW 11 | 1 Sw Toms Place, CA | STATION ELEVATION: 7199 FT. |
| Dec 14, 9:51 AM PST | SNOW 28 | 2 Nw Meyers, CA | STORM TOTAL SNOW. 23 INCHES IN PAST 24 HOURS. |
| Dec 14, 9:53 AM PST | SNOW 12 | 1 Ssw Boca Reservoir, CA | 24 HOUR SNOWFALL. LIQUID EQUIVALENT OF 1.98 INCHES. |
| Dec 14, 10:00 AM PST | SNOW 0.9 | Reno-Tahoe Internationa, NV | |
| Dec 14, 10:00 AM PST | SNOW 3.5 | Nws Reno, NV | 12-HR SNOWFALL NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE. |
| Dec 14, 10:19 AM PST | HEAVY SNOW 28 | Homewood Mountain Ski B, CA | SNOWFALL SINCE LAST NIGHT. STATION ELEVATION: 6230 FT. |
| Dec 14, 10:36 AM PST | HEAVY SNOW 8 | 4 W Reno, NV | SNOWFALL SINCE YESTERDAY AT 5440 FEET. |
| Dec 14, 10:39 AM PST | SNOW 3 | Cold Springs Valley, NV | SNOWFALL AT 5059 FEET. |
| Dec 14, 1:00 PM PST | SNOW 54 | 2 N Bear Valley, CA | STORM TOTAL SNOW OF 54IN REPORTED AT BEAR VALLEY MOUNTAIN RESORT. ELEVATION 7200FT. HTTPS://YOUTU.BE/XHAGQ8_EUK8. |
| Dec 14, 1:41 PM PST | SNOW 34 | 1 W Donner Peak, CA | REPORTED AT SUGAR BOWL SKI RESORT: 34IN OF SNOW IN 24HRS AT SUMMIT, 8383FT. 33IN AT BASE, 6883FT. REPORTER SAYS OVER 3FT SINCE SUNDAY. |
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 162 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
- 1337 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 47 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- -56 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 30 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.0
The text
As transmitted.
243 WWUS45 KREV 102211 WSWREV URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Reno NV 211 PM PST Fri Dec 10 2021 CAZ071-112215- /O.UPG.KREV.WS.A.0008.211212T0600Z-211215T0600Z/ /O.NEW.KREV.WS.W.0003.211212T0600Z-211215T0600Z/ Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties- Including the cities of Portola and Susanville 211 PM PST Fri Dec 10 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM SATURDAY TO 10 PM PST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches for communities along Highway 395, with 2 to 5 feet west of Highway 395 possible. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties. * WHEN...From 10 PM Saturday to 10 PM PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible due to heavy snow and whiteout conditions. Winds may damage tree branches and fences. Secure holiday decorations to prevent them from blowing away. 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. && $$ CAZ072-NVZ002-112215- /O.UPG.KREV.WS.A.0008.211212T0600Z-211215T0600Z/ /O.NEW.KREV.WS.W.0003.211212T0600Z-211215T0600Z/ Greater Lake Tahoe Area- Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Stateline, and Incline Village 211 PM PST Fri Dec 10 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM SATURDAY TO 10 PM PST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 feet, except 4 to 8 feet above 7000 feet. Sierra ridge winds could exceed 100 mph with gusts to 50 mph in the lower elevations. * WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area. * WHEN...From 10 PM Saturday to 10 PM PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible due to heavy snow and whiteout conditions. Very strong winds could cause tree damage and power outages. Secure holiday decorations to prevent them from blowing away. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds will produce hazardous boating conditions on Lake Tahoe with wave heights of 3 feet or more. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay home, have a backup plan in case of power outages. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ CAZ073-112215- /O.CON.KREV.WS.A.0008.211213T0600Z-211215T0600Z/ Mono County- Including the cities of Bridgeport, Coleville, and Mammoth Lakes 211 PM PST Fri Dec 10 2021 ...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY EVENING THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 18 inches for communities along Highway 395, with 2 to 5 feet above 7000 feet possible. Sierra ridge winds could exceed 100 mph with gusts to 50 mph in the lower elevations. * WHERE...Mono County. * WHEN...From Sunday evening through Tuesday evening. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible due to heavy snow and whiteout conditions. Very strong winds could cause tree damage and power outages. Secure holiday decorations to prevent them from blowing away. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Now is the time to prepare an emergency kit for your home and car. If traveling consider alternate plans, remember to carry tire chains, extra food, water and clothing. Once the storm arrives, travel may be difficult or impossible for an extended period of time. && $$ http://www.weather.gov/reno
7 follow-up statements
223 WWUS45 KREV 111054 WSWREV URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Reno NV 254 AM PST Sat Dec 11 2021 CAZ073-121200- /O.UPG.KREV.WS.A.0008.211213T0600Z-211215T0600Z/ /O.EXB.KREV.WS.W.0003.211213T0600Z-211215T0600Z/ Mono County- Including the cities of Bridgeport, Coleville, and Mammoth Lakes 254 AM PST Sat Dec 11 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM SUNDAY TO 10 PM PST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 8 to 24 inches for communities along Highway 395, with 2 to 5 feet above 7000 feet. Totals along the Sierra Crest over 6 feet. Sierra ridge winds could exceed 100 mph with gusts 50-60 mph for wind prone locations along US-395. * WHERE...Mono County. * WHEN...From 10 PM Sunday to 10 PM PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage and power outages. Secure holiday decorations to prevent them from blowing away. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are likely to be Sunday night through Monday. Snow will begin in the Sierra Sunday, expanding along the US-395 corridor east Sunday night into Monday morning. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay home, have a backup plan in case of power outages. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ CAZ071-121200- /O.EXT.KREV.WS.W.0003.211212T0600Z-211215T0000Z/ Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties- Including the cities of Portola and Susanville 254 AM PST Sat Dec 11 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 4 PM PST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches for communities along Highway 395, with 2 to 5 feet west of Highway 395. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph at times. * WHERE...Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties. * WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 4 PM PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible due to heavy snow and whiteout conditions. Winds may damage tree branches and fences. Secure holiday decorations to prevent them from blowing away. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Lower elevations below 5000 feet could see periods where rain mixes with snow on Sunday and Sunday night. 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. && $$ CAZ072-NVZ002-121200- /O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0003.211212T0600Z-211215T0600Z/ Greater Lake Tahoe Area- Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Stateline, and Incline Village 254 AM PST Sat Dec 11 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 PM PST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 feet, except 4 to 8 feet above 7000 feet. Sierra ridge winds could exceed 100 mph with periodic gusts to 50 mph in the lower elevations. * WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area. * WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 10 PM PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage. Secure holiday decorations to prevent them from blowing away. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds will produce hazardous boating conditions on Lake Tahoe with wave heights of 3 feet or more. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay home, have a backup plan in case of power outages. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ CAZ070-NVZ005-121200- /O.NEW.KREV.WS.A.0009.211214T0000Z-211214T1800Z/ Surprise Valley California-Northern Washoe County- Including the cities of Cedarville, Fort Bidwell, Empire, and Gerlach 254 AM PST Sat Dec 11 2021 ...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH TUESDAY MORNING... * WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 8 inches possible. Winds could periodically gust as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Surprise Valley California and Northern Washoe County. * WHEN...From Monday afternoon through Tuesday morning. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. Secure holiday decorations to prevent them from blowing away. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Now is the time to prepare an emergency kit for your home and car. If traveling consider alternate plans, remember to carry tire chains, extra food, water and clothing. Once the storm arrives, travel may be difficult or impossible for an extended period of time. && $$ NVZ003-121200- /O.NEW.KREV.WS.A.0009.211214T0600Z-211215T0000Z/ Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area- Including the cities of Sparks, Gardnerville, and Virginia City 254 AM PST Sat Dec 11 2021 ...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY EVENING THROUGH TUESDAY AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 6 inches, except 6 to 12 inches above 5000 feet possible. Up to 2 feet for the Virginia City Highlands. * WHERE...Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area. * WHEN...From Monday evening through Tuesday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact commutes. Secure holiday decorations to prevent them from blowing away. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Anticipate large ranges in snow totals between elevations in the 5000-5500 foot range as compared to the 4500-5000 foot range due to snow level fluctuations. Winds will be gusty tonight through Monday, particularly for wind prone locations along the US-395 corridor. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Now is the time to prepare an emergency kit for your home and car. If traveling consider alternate plans, remember to carry tire chains, extra food, water and clothing. Once the storm arrives, travel may be difficult or impossible for an extended period of time. && $$ NVZ001-121200- /O.NEW.KREV.WS.A.0009.211214T0600Z-211215T0600Z/ Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties- Including the cities of Hawthorne, Yerington, and Smith Valley 254 AM PST Sat Dec 11 2021 ...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY EVENING THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches below 5000 feet with 6 to 12 inches possible above 5000 feet. * WHERE...Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties. * WHEN...From Monday evening through Tuesday evening. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Secure holiday decorations to prevent them from blowing away. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds are possible ahead of the snow Sunday night into Monday, particularly along the US-95 corridor near Walker Lake and through Hawthorne. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Now is the time to prepare an emergency kit for your home and car. If traveling consider alternate plans, remember to carry tire chains, extra food, water and clothing. Once the storm arrives, travel may be difficult or impossible for an extended period of time. && $$ http://www.weather.gov/reno
579 WWUS45 KREV 112306 WSWREV URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Reno NV 306 PM PST Sat Dec 11 2021 CAZ071-130000- /O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0003.211212T0600Z-211215T0000Z/ Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties- Including the cities of Portola and Susanville 306 PM PST Sat Dec 11 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 4 PM PST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 10 inches along and east of Highway 395, 10 to 20 inches west of Highway 395 below 5000 feet, and 2 to 5 feet west of Highway 395 above 5000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph at times. * WHERE...Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties. * WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 4 PM PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible due to heavy snow and whiteout conditions. Winds may damage tree branches and fences. Secure holiday decorations to prevent them from blowing away. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Lower elevations below 5000 feet could see periods where rain mixes with snow on Sunday and Sunday night. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay home, have a backup plan in case of power outages. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ CAZ072-NVZ002-130000- /O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0003.211212T0600Z-211215T0600Z/ Greater Lake Tahoe Area- Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Stateline, and Incline Village 306 PM PST Sat Dec 11 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 PM PST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 feet, except 4 to 8 feet above 7000 feet. Sierra ridge winds could exceed 100 mph with periodic gusts to 50 mph in the lower elevations. * WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area. * WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 10 PM PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible, especially starting Sunday night. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage. Secure holiday decorations to prevent them from blowing away. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heaviest snow is expected Sunday night into Tuesday morning when snowfall rates could reach 2-3 inches per hour. Strong winds will produce hazardous boating conditions on Lake Tahoe with wave heights of 3 feet or more. 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. && $$ CAZ073-130000- /O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0003.211213T0600Z-211215T0600Z/ Mono County- Including the cities of Bridgeport, Coleville, and Mammoth Lakes 306 PM PST Sat Dec 11 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM SUNDAY TO 10 PM PST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 8 to 24 inches for communities along Highway 395, with 2 to 5 feet above 7000 feet. Totals along the Sierra Crest over 6 feet. Sierra ridge winds could exceed 100 mph with gusts 50-60 mph for wind prone locations along US-395. * WHERE...Mono County. * WHEN...From 10 PM Sunday to 10 PM PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage and power outages. Secure holiday decorations to prevent them from blowing away. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are likely to be Sunday night through Monday. Snow will begin in the Sierra Sunday, expanding along the US-395 corridor east Sunday night into Monday morning. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay home, have a backup plan in case of power outages. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ CAZ070-NVZ005-130000- /O.CON.KREV.WS.A.0009.211214T0000Z-211214T1800Z/ Surprise Valley California-Northern Washoe County- Including the cities of Cedarville, Fort Bidwell, Empire, and Gerlach 306 PM PST Sat Dec 11 2021 ...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH TUESDAY MORNING... * WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 8 inches possible. Winds could periodically gust as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Surprise Valley California and Northern Washoe County. * WHEN...From Monday afternoon through Tuesday morning. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. Secure holiday decorations to prevent them from blowing away. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Now is the time to prepare an emergency kit for your home and car. If traveling consider alternate plans, remember to carry tire chains, extra food, water and clothing. Once the storm arrives, travel may be difficult or impossible for an extended period of time. && $$ NVZ003-130000- /O.CON.KREV.WS.A.0009.211214T0600Z-211215T0000Z/ Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area- Including the cities of Sparks, Gardnerville, and Virginia City 306 PM PST Sat Dec 11 2021 ...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY EVENING THROUGH TUESDAY AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 6 inches, except 6 to 12 inches above 5000 feet possible. Up to 2 feet for the Virginia City Highlands. * WHERE...Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area. * WHEN...From Monday evening through Tuesday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact commutes. Secure holiday decorations to prevent them from blowing away. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Anticipate large ranges in snow totals between elevations in the 5000-5500 foot range as compared to the 4500-5000 foot range due to snow level fluctuations. Winds will be gusty tonight through Monday, particularly for wind prone locations along the US-395 corridor. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Now is the time to prepare an emergency kit for your home and car. If traveling consider alternate plans, remember to carry tire chains, extra food, water and clothing. Once the storm arrives, travel may be difficult or impossible for an extended period of time. && $$ NVZ001-130000- /O.CON.KREV.WS.A.0009.211214T0600Z-211215T0600Z/ Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties- Including the cities of Hawthorne, Yerington, and Smith Valley 306 PM PST Sat Dec 11 2021 ...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY EVENING THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 4 inches below 5000 feet with 4 to 12 inches possible above 5000 feet. * WHERE...Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties. * WHEN...From Monday evening through Tuesday evening. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Secure holiday decorations to prevent them from blowing away. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds are possible ahead of the snow Sunday night into Monday, particularly along the US- 95 corridor near Walker Lake and through Hawthorne. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Now is the time to prepare an emergency kit for your home and car. If traveling consider alternate plans, remember to carry tire chains, extra food, water and clothing. Once the storm arrives, travel may be difficult or impossible for an extended period of time. && $$ http://www.weather.gov/reno
308 WWUS45 KREV 122320 WSWREV URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Reno NV 320 PM PST Sun Dec 12 2021 NVZ003-132330- /O.UPG.KREV.WS.A.0009.211214T0600Z-211215T0000Z/ /O.EXB.KREV.WS.W.0003.211214T0100Z-211214T1800Z/ Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area- Including the cities of Sparks, Gardnerville, and Virginia City 320 PM PST Sun Dec 12 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM MONDAY TO 10 AM PST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches below 5000 feet, 4 to 8 inches between 5000 and 5500 feet, and 8 to 18 inches above 5500 feet including the Virginia City Highlands. * WHERE...Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area. * WHEN...From 5 PM Monday to 10 AM PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could become very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday evening commute above 5000 feet and will likely affect the Tuesday morning commute for all areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be gusty through Monday afternoon, particularly for wind prone locations along the US-395 corridor. Travel restrictions for high-profile vehicles are possible. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel Monday evening through Tuesday morning, be prepared for long delays especially during commute times. Check with NDOT for the latest chain or snow tire requirements before traveling. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ CAZ071-132330- /O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-211215T0000Z/ Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties- Including the cities of Portola and Susanville 320 PM PST Sun Dec 12 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM PST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 10 inches along and east of Highway 395, 8 to 18 inches west of Highway 395 below 5500 feet, and 2 to 5 feet west of Highway 395 above 5500 feet. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph at times along Highway 395. * WHERE...Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties. * WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 4 PM PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible due to heavy snow and localized whiteout conditions, especially by Monday night with the heaviest snowfall rates. Winds may damage tree branches and fences. Secure holiday decorations to prevent them from blowing away. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Lower elevations below 5000 feet will see mainly rain until Monday evening. 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. && $$ CAZ072-NVZ002-132330- /O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-211215T0600Z/ Greater Lake Tahoe Area- Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Stateline, and Incline Village 320 PM PST Sun Dec 12 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 feet, except 4 to 8 feet above 7000 feet. Sierra ridge winds are expected to exceed 100 mph with occasional gusts 40 to 50 mph possible in lower elevations. * WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area. * WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 10 PM PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible, especially Monday afternoon and Monday night when major trans- Sierra pass closures are possible. Strong winds could cause extensive tree damage in exposed higher and wildfire burn areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heaviest snow is expected Monday afternoon and Monday night when snowfall rates could reach 2-3 inches per hour. Strong winds will produce hazardous boating conditions on Lake Tahoe with wave heights of 3 feet or more. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay home, have a backup plan in case of power outages. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ CAZ073-132330- /O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0003.211213T0600Z-211215T0600Z/ Mono County- Including the cities of Bridgeport, Coleville, and Mammoth Lakes 320 PM PST Sun Dec 12 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 PM PST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 10 to 24 inches for communities along Highway 395, with 2 to 5 feet above 7000 feet along and west of Highway 395. Totals along the Sierra Crest of 5 to 8 feet. Sierra ridge winds will exceed 100 mph. Gusts of 50-60 mph are possible for wind prone locations along US-395. * WHERE...Mono County. * WHEN...From 10 PM Sunday to 10 PM PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Strong winds could cause extensive tree damage and power outages. Secure holiday decorations to prevent them from blowing away. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are likely to be Sunday night through Monday. Snow will begin in the high Sierra Sunday night, expanding to the US-395 corridor and eastward on Monday. 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. && $$ CAZ070-NVZ005-132330- /O.UPG.KREV.WS.A.0009.211214T0000Z-211214T1800Z/ /O.NEW.KREV.WW.Y.0021.211214T0000Z-211214T1800Z/ Surprise Valley California-Northern Washoe County- Including the cities of Cedarville, Fort Bidwell, Empire, and Gerlach 320 PM PST Sun Dec 12 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM MONDAY TO 10 AM PST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches...except 4 to 8 inches above 5000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph through Monday. * WHERE...Surprise Valley California and Northern Washoe County. * WHEN...From 4 PM Monday to 10 AM PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will become slick and hazardous. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Even light snowfall causes major travel delays, especially during periods of high traffic volume. Be sure to allow extra time to reach your destination. Leave extra space between vehicles since it takes longer to stop on slick roadways. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NVZ001-132330- /O.UPG.KREV.WS.A.0009.211214T0600Z-211215T0600Z/ /O.NEW.KREV.WW.Y.0021.211214T0600Z-211214T1800Z/ Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties- Including the cities of Hawthorne, Yerington, and Smith Valley 320 PM PST Sun Dec 12 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM MONDAY TO 10 AM PST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 4 inches...except 4 to 10 inches above 5500 feet. * WHERE...Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties. * WHEN...From 10 PM Monday to 10 AM PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will become slick and hazardous by early Tuesday morning. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Even light snowfall causes major travel delays, especially during periods of high traffic volume. Be sure to allow extra time to reach your destination. Leave extra space between vehicles since it takes longer to stop on slick roadways. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ http://www.weather.gov/reno
507 WWUS45 KREV 131403 WSWREV URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Reno NV 603 AM PST Mon Dec 13 2021 CAZ071-141415- /O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-211215T0000Z/ Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties- Including the cities of Portola and Susanville 603 AM PST Mon Dec 13 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM PST TUESDAY... * CHANGES...No significant changes. * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 10 inches along and east of Highway 395, 8 to 18 inches west of Highway 395 below 5500 feet, and additional accumulations of 2 to 4 feet west of Highway 395 above 5500 feet. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph at times along Highway 395. * WHERE...Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties. * WHEN...Until 4 PM PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible due to heavy snow and localized whiteout conditions, especially by this evening with the heaviest snowfall rates. Winds may damage tree branches and fences. Secure holiday decorations to prevent them from blowing away. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Lower elevations below 5000 feet will see mainly rain until late this afternoon, with a sharp drop in snow levels and visibility most likely between 4 and 8 pm. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay home, have a backup plan in case of power outages. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NVZ003-141415- /O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0003.211214T0100Z-211214T1800Z/ Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area- Including the cities of Sparks, Gardnerville, and Virginia City 603 AM PST Mon Dec 13 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 10 AM PST TUESDAY... * CHANGES...Increased snowfall totals and added more information in impacts segment. * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 6 inches below 5000 feet, 5 to 10 inches between 5000 and 5500 feet, and 10 to 20 inches above 5500 feet including the Virginia City Highlands. Locally heavier totals possible east of Lake Tahoe across I-580 and US-395 from south of the Mt. Rose Highway junction to Carson City. * WHERE...Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 10 AM PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could become very difficult, with a sharp drop in snow levels and visibility most likely between 8 and 11 pm this evening. The hazardous conditions could impact this evening's commute above 5500 feet, and will likely affect the Tuesday morning commute for all areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be gusty through this evening, particularly for wind prone locations along the US-395 corridor. Travel restrictions for high-profile vehicles are possible. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel this evening through Tuesday morning, be prepared for long delays especially during commute times. Check with NDOT for the latest chain or snow tire requirements before traveling. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ CAZ072-NVZ002-141415- /O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-211215T0600Z/ Greater Lake Tahoe Area- Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Stateline, and Incline Village 603 AM PST Mon Dec 13 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST TUESDAY... * CHANGES...Updated snow forecasts to show additional amounts and updated information in additional details section. * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 3 feet, except 3 to 6 feet above 7000 feet. Sierra ridge winds are expected to exceed 100 mph with occasional gusts 40 to 50 mph possible in lower elevations. * WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area. * WHEN...Until 10 PM PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible, especially this afternoon and tonight when major trans-Sierra pass closures are possible. Strong winds could cause extensive tree damage in exposed higher and wildfire burn areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall rates of 1-2 inches/hour are expected, with heavier bursts of snow producing snowfall rates of at least 3 inches/hour and whiteout conditions especially during this evening and late tonight. Expect dangerous boating conditions on Lake Tahoe with wave heights of 2 to 5 feet. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay home, have a backup plan in case of power outages. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ CAZ073-141415- /O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-211215T0600Z/ Mono County- Including the cities of Bridgeport, Coleville, and Mammoth Lakes 603 AM PST Mon Dec 13 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST TUESDAY... * CHANGES...Updated snow forecasts to show additional amounts in higher elevations, and updated information in additional details section. * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 10 to 24 inches for communities along and east of Highway 395 between 5500 and 6500 feet, except up to 6 inches for the Chalfant Valley below 5500 feet. Additional accumulations of 2 to 4 feet above 6500 feet along and west of Highway 395, and 4 to 7 feet along the Sierra crest. * WHERE...Mono County. * WHEN...Until 10 PM PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Strong wind gusts of 50-60 mph in wind prone areas along US-395, with Sierra ridge gusts above 100 mph could cause extensive tree damage and power outages. Secure holiday decorations to prevent them from blowing away. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall rates of 1-2 inches/hour are expected especially near and west of US-395, with heavier bursts of snow producing snowfall rates of at least 3 inches/hour and whiteout conditions, especially late this evening into early Tuesday morning. 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. && $$ NVZ004-141415- /O.EXA.KREV.WW.Y.0021.211214T0600Z-211214T1800Z/ Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake- Including the cities of Fernley, Fallon, Lovelock, Silver Springs, and Imlay 603 AM PST Mon Dec 13 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 AM PST TUESDAY... * CHANGES...New area added to advisory. * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 4 inches, except 4 to 10 inches above 5000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake. * WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 10 AM PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could become very difficult, with a sharp drop in snow levels and visibility most likely tonight between 10 pm and 1 am, with slick roads through the Tuesday morning commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Even light snowfall causes major travel delays, especially during periods of high traffic volume. Be sure to allow extra time to reach your destination. Leave extra space between vehicles since it takes longer to stop on slick roadways. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ CAZ070-NVZ005-141415- /O.CON.KREV.WW.Y.0021.211214T0000Z-211214T1800Z/ Surprise Valley California-Northern Washoe County- Including the cities of Cedarville, Fort Bidwell, Empire, and Gerlach 603 AM PST Mon Dec 13 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 10 AM PST TUESDAY... * CHANGES...Slight increase in snow amounts, and updated information in impacts segment. * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches...except 5 to 10 inches above 5000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph through this afternoon. * WHERE...Surprise Valley California and Northern Washoe County. * WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 10 AM PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will become slick and hazardous for this evening's commute, continuing into Tuesday morning. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Even lighter snowfall causes major travel delays, especially during periods of high traffic volume. Be sure to allow extra time to reach your destination. Leave extra space between vehicles since it takes longer to stop on slick roadways. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NVZ001-141415- /O.CON.KREV.WW.Y.0021.211214T0600Z-211214T1800Z/ Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties- Including the cities of Hawthorne, Yerington, and Smith Valley 603 AM PST Mon Dec 13 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 AM PST TUESDAY... * CHANGES...Slight increase in snow amounts, and updated information in impacts segment. * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches...except 4 to 10 inches above 5500 feet. * WHERE...Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties. * WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 10 AM PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will become slick and hazardous by early Tuesday morning, including the peak commute time. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Even light snowfall causes major travel delays, especially during periods of high traffic volume. Be sure to allow extra time to reach your destination. Leave extra space between vehicles since it takes longer to stop on slick roadways. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ http://www.weather.gov/reno
292 WWUS45 KREV 141310 WSWREV URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Reno NV 510 AM PST Tue Dec 14 2021 CAZ071-151315- /O.NEW.KREV.WS.A.0010.211216T0000Z-211216T2000Z/ /O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-211215T0000Z/ Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties- Including the cities of Portola and Susanville 510 AM PST Tue Dec 14 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM PST THIS AFTERNOON... ...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH THURSDAY MORNING... * CHANGES...Added Winter Storm Watch for next storm late Wednesday into Thursday. Updated additional snow totals for current warning. * WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, snow expected. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 4 inches, with localized amounts up to 6 inches west of highway 395. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 6 inches, except 6 to 14 inches west of Highway 395 possible late Wednesday afternoon through Thursday morning. Winds could gust up to 40 mph. * WHERE...Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 4 PM PST this afternoon. For the Winter Storm Watch, from Wednesday afternoon through Thursday morning. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact this morning's commute. The next storm will likely affect the Wednesday afternoon and especially the Thursday morning commute. 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. && $$ CAZ072-NVZ002-151315- /O.NEW.KREV.WS.A.0010.211216T0000Z-211216T2000Z/ /O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-211215T0600Z/ Greater Lake Tahoe Area- Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Stateline, and Incline Village 510 AM PST Tue Dec 14 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST THIS EVENING... ...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH THURSDAY MORNING... * CHANGES...Added Winter Storm Watch for next storm late Wednesday into Thursday. Updated additional snow totals for current warning. * WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 4 to 7 inches, except 6 to 12 inches above 7000 feet. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 14 inches, except up to 2 feet above 7000 feet possible late Wednesday afternoon through Thursday morning. Winds could gust up to 100 mph on Sierra ridges. * WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 10 PM PST this evening. For the Winter Storm Watch, from Wednesday afternoon through Thursday morning. * IMPACTS...The hazardous conditions will impact this morning's commute. The next storm will likely affect the Wednesday afternoon and especially the Thursday morning commute. Strong winds could damage trees and power lines. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay home, have a backup plan in case of power outages. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ CAZ073-151315- /O.NEW.KREV.WS.A.0010.211216T0600Z-211216T2000Z/ /O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-211215T0600Z/ Mono County- Including the cities of Bridgeport, Coleville, and Mammoth Lakes 510 AM PST Tue Dec 14 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST THIS EVENING... ...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY EVENING THROUGH THURSDAY MORNING... * CHANGES...Added Winter Storm Watch for next storm late Wednesday into Thursday. Updated additional snow totals for current warning. * WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches east of Highway 395, except up to 4 inches for the Chalfant Valley below 5500 feet. Along and west of Highway 395, additional accumulations of 8 to 18 inches, with up to 2 feet along the Sierra crest. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 10 inches near and west of Highway 395, except up to 16 inches possible along the Sierra crest Wednesday evening through Thursday morning. Winds could gust from 80 to 100 mph on Sierra ridges with both storms. * WHERE...Mono County. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 10 PM PST this evening. For the Winter Storm Watch, from Wednesday evening through Thursday morning. * IMPACTS...The hazardous conditions will impact this morning's commute. The next storm will likely affect the Thursday morning commute. Strong winds could damage trees and power lines. 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. && $$ NVZ003-141800- /O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-211214T1800Z/ Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area- Including the cities of Sparks, Gardnerville, and Virginia City 510 AM PST Tue Dec 14 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST THIS MORNING... * CHANGES...Updated additional snow totals for current warning. * WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches, with localized amounts up to 5 inches. * WHERE...Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area. * WHEN...Until 10 AM PST this morning. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact this morning's commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Another storm system may bring accumulating snow to all elevations Wednesday evening into Thursday morning, affecting the Thursday morning commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel this morning, be prepared for long delays especially during commute times. Check with NDOT for the latest chain or snow tire requirements before traveling. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ CAZ070-NVZ005-141800- /O.CON.KREV.WW.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-211214T1800Z/ Surprise Valley California-Northern Washoe County- Including the cities of Cedarville, Fort Bidwell, Empire, and Gerlach 510 AM PST Tue Dec 14 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST THIS MORNING... * CHANGES...Updated additional snow totals for current advisory. * WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to one inch. * WHERE...Surprise Valley California and Northern Washoe County. * WHEN...Until 10 AM PST this morning. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions will impact the morning commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Even lighter snowfall causes major travel delays, especially during periods of high traffic volume. Be sure to allow extra time to reach your destination. Leave extra space between vehicles since it takes longer to stop on slick roadways. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NVZ001-004-141800- /O.CON.KREV.WW.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-211214T1800Z/ Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties- Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake- Including the cities of Hawthorne, Yerington, Smith Valley, Fernley, Fallon, Lovelock, Silver Springs, and Imlay 510 AM PST Tue Dec 14 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 3 inches, with up to 6 inches above 5000 feet mainly east of Highway 95 and south of Highway 50. * WHERE...Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties and Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake. * WHEN...Until 10 AM PST this morning. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact this morning's commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Even light snowfall causes major travel delays, especially during periods of high traffic volume. Be sure to allow extra time to reach your destination. Leave extra space between vehicles since it takes longer to stop on slick roadways. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ http://www.weather.gov/reno
429 WWUS45 KREV 141810 WSWREV URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Reno NV 1010 AM PST Tue Dec 14 2021 CAZ071-150000- /O.CAN.KREV.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-211215T0000Z/ /O.CON.KREV.WS.A.0010.211216T0000Z-211216T2000Z/ Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties- Including the cities of Portola and Susanville 1010 AM PST Tue Dec 14 2021 ...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH THURSDAY MORNING... ...WINTER STORM WARNING FOR TODAY IS CANCELLED... * CHANGES...Additional light snow showers are likely throughout the day into early evening, however the risk of heavy snows has ended for today. Expect slick roads going into the evening commute as temperatures drop, especially after sunset. * WHAT...Heavy snow possible with the next storm starting Wednesday afternoon. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches, except 3 to 11 inches west of highway 395 possible. * WHERE...Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties. * WHEN...From Wednesday afternoon through Thursday morning. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Now is the time to prepare an emergency kit for your home and car. If traveling consider alternate plans, remember to carry tire chains, extra food, water and clothing. Once the storm arrives, travel may be difficult or impossible for an extended period of time. && $$ NVZ003-141915- /O.EXP.KREV.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-211214T1800Z/ Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area- 1010 AM PST Tue Dec 14 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING HAS EXPIRED... Additional light snow showers are likely throughout the day into early evening, however the risk of heavy snows has ended for Western Nevada. Expect slick roads going into the evening commute as temperatures drop, especially after sunset. $$ CAZ070-NVZ001-004-005-141915- /O.EXP.KREV.WW.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-211214T1800Z/ Surprise Valley California-Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties- Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake- Northern Washoe County- 1010 AM PST Tue Dec 14 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED... Additional light snow showers are likely throughout the day into early evening, however the risk of heavy snows has ended. Expect slick roads going into the evening commute as temperatures drop, especially after sunset. $$ CAZ072-NVZ002-150000- /O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-211215T0600Z/ /O.CON.KREV.WS.A.0010.211216T0000Z-211216T2000Z/ Greater Lake Tahoe Area- Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Stateline, and Incline Village 1010 AM PST Tue Dec 14 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST THIS EVENING... ...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH THURSDAY MORNING... * WHAT...Additional snowfall accumulations of 1 to 4 inches today. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 15 inches, except 10 to 20 inches above 7000 feet possible. Wind gusts to 40 mph with Sierra ridges gusting 80 mph. * WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 10 PM PST this evening. For the Winter Storm Watch, from Wednesday afternoon through Thursday morning. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commutes. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Now is the time to prepare an emergency kit for your home and car. If traveling consider alternate plans, remember to carry tire chains, extra food, water and clothing. Once the storm arrives, travel may be difficult or impossible for an extended period of time. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ CAZ073-150000- /O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-211215T0600Z/ /O.CON.KREV.WS.A.0010.211216T0600Z-211216T2000Z/ Mono County- Including the cities of Bridgeport, Coleville, and Mammoth Lakes 1010 AM PST Tue Dec 14 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST THIS EVENING... ...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY EVENING THROUGH THURSDAY MORNING... * WHAT...Additional snowfall accumulations of 3 to 6 inches along Highway 395 and 8 to 12 inches near Mammoth Lakes. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations 6 to 12 inches, mainly near and west of Highway 395. Wind gusts to 45 mph with Sierra ridges gusting over 75 mph. * WHERE...Mono County. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 10 PM PST this evening. For the Winter Storm Watch, from Wednesday evening through Thursday morning. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commutes. Strong winds could cause extensive tree damage and possible power outages. The cold wind chills in higher elevations as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Now is the time to prepare an emergency kit for your home and car. If traveling consider alternate plans, remember to carry tire chains, extra food, water and clothing. Once the storm arrives, travel may be difficult or impossible for an extended period of time. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ http://www.weather.gov/reno
992 WWUS45 KREV 142141 WSWREV URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Reno NV 141 PM PST Tue Dec 14 2021 CAZ072-NVZ002-160000- /O.CAN.KREV.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-211215T0600Z/ /O.UPG.KREV.WS.A.0010.211216T0000Z-211216T2000Z/ /O.NEW.KREV.WS.W.0004.211215T2100Z-211216T1800Z/ Greater Lake Tahoe Area- Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Stateline, and Incline Village 141 PM PST Tue Dec 14 2021 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM WEDNESDAY TO 10 AM PST THURSDAY... ...WINTER STORM WARNING FOR TODAY IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...Periods of moderate to heavy snow and strong winds. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches for the Truckee, Tahoe City, and South Lake Tahoe areas, with 10 to 20 inches for areas above 7000 feet including major passes. Winds gusting 30 to 40 mph, with ridges gusting to 80 mph. * WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area. * WHEN...From 1 PM Wednesday to 10 AM PST Thursday. Heaviest snowfall rates and strongest winds between 4 PM Wednesday and 4 AM Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to nearly impossible. The hazardous conditions will impact the Wednesday evening and Thursday morning commutes. Delays likely, road closures possible. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage and even power outages. Periods of low visibility in blowing snow likely. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay home, have a backup plan in case of power outages. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ CAZ073-160000- /O.CAN.KREV.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-211215T0600Z/ /O.UPG.KREV.WS.A.0010.211216T0600Z-211216T2000Z/ /O.NEW.KREV.WW.Y.0022.211216T0300Z-211216T2100Z/ Mono County- Including the cities of Bridgeport, Coleville, and Mammoth Lakes 141 PM PST Tue Dec 14 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM WEDNESDAY TO 1 PM PST THURSDAY... ...WINTER STORM WARNING FOR TODAY IS CANCELLED... * WHAT...Periods of moderate to heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches along Highway 395, 6 to 12 inches west of Highway 395 including Mammoth Lakes, and up to 1 inch in the Chalfant Valley. Winds gusting 30 to 40 mph, with Sierra ridges gusting to 80 mph. * WHERE...Mono County. * WHEN...From 7 PM Wednesday to 1 PM PST Thursday. Heaviest snowfall rates 10 PM Wednesday to 8 AM Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult across the Eastern Sierra. The hazardous conditions will impact the Thursday morning commute. Delays likely, road closures possible. Very strong winds could cause tree damage and even power outages. Periods of low visibility in blowing snow possible. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Even light snowfall causes major travel delays, especially during periods of high traffic volume. Be sure to allow extra time to reach your destination. Leave extra space between vehicles since it takes longer to stop on slick roadways. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ CAZ071-160000- /O.UPG.KREV.WS.A.0010.211216T0000Z-211216T2000Z/ /O.NEW.KREV.WW.Y.0022.211215T2100Z-211216T1800Z/ Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties- Including the cities of Portola and Susanville 141 PM PST Tue Dec 14 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM WEDNESDAY TO 10 AM PST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Periods of moderate to heavy snow. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches along Highway 395 including Susanville, with 6 to 12 inches west of Highway 395 including Portola and near Lassen National Park. Wind gusts to 35 mph. * WHERE...Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties. * WHEN...From 1 PM Wednesday to 10 AM PST Thursday. Heaviest snowfall rates between 4 PM and 10 PM Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. Plan for delays, possibly significant. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Even light snowfall causes major travel delays, especially during periods of high traffic volume. Be sure to allow extra time to reach your destination. Leave extra space between vehicles since it takes longer to stop on slick roadways. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ CAZ070-NVZ005-160000- /O.NEW.KREV.WW.Y.0022.211215T2100Z-211216T1800Z/ Surprise Valley California-Northern Washoe County- Including the cities of Cedarville, Fort Bidwell, Empire, and Gerlach 141 PM PST Tue Dec 14 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM WEDNESDAY TO 10 AM PST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Periods of light to moderate expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 4 inches, including Gerlach and Cedarville. * WHERE...Surprise Valley California and Northern Washoe County. * WHEN...From 1 PM Wednesday to 10 AM PST Thursday. Heaviest snowfall rates between 4 PM and 10 PM Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. Plan for delays, possibly significant. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday evening commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Even light snowfall causes major travel delays, especially during periods of high traffic volume. Be sure to allow extra time to reach your destination. Leave extra space between vehicles since it takes longer to stop on slick roadways. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ NVZ003-160000- /O.NEW.KREV.WW.Y.0022.211216T0000Z-211216T1800Z/ Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area- Including the cities of Sparks, Verdi, Gardnerville, and Virginia City 141 PM PST Tue Dec 14 2021 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM WEDNESDAY TO 10 AM PST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Periods of light to moderate snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 0 to 2 inches for valleys including Reno, Carson City, and Minden. Accumulations of 2 to 5 inches for foothill areas including Virginia City, Reno North Valleys, and west of Carson City. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area. * WHEN...From 4 PM Wednesday to 10 AM PST Thursday. Heaviest snow rates between 9 PM Wednesday and 4 AM Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult due to snow and wind. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning commute. Strong winds could also result in branches falling and localized power outages. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow may mix with or change to rain in valleys, which may significantly limit how much snowfall accumulates. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Even light snowfall causes major travel delays, especially during periods of high traffic volume. Be sure to allow extra time to reach your destination. Leave extra space between vehicles since it takes longer to stop on slick roadways. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. && $$ http://www.weather.gov/reno
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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.