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Winter Storm Warning 13, NWS Reno, NV

November 24, 20245 counties in California; Douglas County, Washoe County, Nevada

NWS Reno, NV issued this winter storm warning at Nov 24, 2024, 4:25 AM PST for 5 counties in California; Douglas County, Washoe County, Nevada. It took effect at Nov 25, 2024, 4:00 AM PST. It was in force for 36 hr. 7 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
Nov 24, 2024, 4:25 AM PST (12:25 UTC)
In effect from
Nov 25, 2024, 4:00 AM PST
Expired
Nov 26, 2024, 4:00 PM PST
In force
36 hr
Issued by
NWS Reno, NV

Counties Alpine County, CA, El Dorado County, CA, Mono County, CA, Nevada County, CA, Placer County, CA, Douglas County, NV, Washoe County, NV

The radar

The Reno radar (KRGX), 92 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 12:25 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

Open the radar archive at this moment

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

What was reported inside it

TimeReportWhereRemark
Nov 25, 6:32 AM PSTSNOW 12 N Bear Valley, CA24 hour snowfall total of 1 inch at Bear Valley.
Nov 26, 7:12 AM PSTSNOW 8Mt. Rose Ski Base, NV
Nov 26, 7:59 AM PSTSNOW 9Palisades Tahoe At Alpi, CABase / Alpine lodge / Upper mtn totals: 1 / 4 / 9 / inches.
Nov 26, 7:59 AM PSTSNOW 9Palisades Tahoe Ski Bas, CABase / Alpine lodge / Upper mtn totals: 1 / 4 / 9 inches.
Nov 26, 8:00 AM PSTSNOW 61 Ssw Northstar Ski Bas, CAStorm Total Snowfall: 29 inches.
Nov 26, 8:00 AM PSTSNOW 23Mammoth Mountain Ski Ba, CAStorm Total Snowfall: 30 inches.
Nov 26, 8:25 AM PSTSNOW 10.61 Sw Toms Place, CALiquid Equivalent: 0.80 inches.

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, 0.4 hours before the alert went out and 166 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Reno, NV at 12:00Z on 2024-11-24Temperature 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°0°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Reno, NV at 12:00Z on 2024-11-24The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 85 square meters per square second.1939587897117136Sfc1 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
1458 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
65 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
85 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
149 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

430 
WWUS45 KREV 241225
WSWREV

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
425 AM PST Sun Nov 24 2024

CAZ072-NVZ002-251230-
/O.UPG.KREV.WS.A.0008.241125T1200Z-241127T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KREV.WS.W.0013.241125T1500Z-241127T1200Z/
Greater Lake Tahoe Area-
Including the cities of Incline Village, Stateline, Truckee,
Markleeville, Tahoe City, Glenbrook, and South Lake Tahoe
425 AM PST Sun Nov 24 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM MONDAY TO 4 AM PST 
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Snow accumulations between 1 to 2 feet above 
  7000 feet with isolated higher amounts up to 30 inches near the 
  Sierra crest. At elevations below 7000 feet snow amounts of 5 to 9 
  inches. Ridge winds will be gusting as high as 75 mph.

* WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area.

* WHEN...From 7 AM Monday to 4 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening 
  commutes. Very strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees 
  and power lines.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds will be on Tuesday 
  morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

CAZ073-251230-
/O.UPG.KREV.WS.A.0008.241125T1200Z-241127T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KREV.WS.W.0013.241125T1200Z-241127T1200Z/
Mono County-
Including the cities of Lee Vining, Coleville, Bridgeport, and
Mammoth Lakes
425 AM PST Sun Nov 24 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM MONDAY TO 4 AM PST 
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Snow accumulations of 1 to 2 feet above 7000 
  feet with isolated areas near the Sierra crest up to 3 feet. Ridge 
  winds gusting as high as 80 mph.

* WHERE...Mono County.

* WHEN...From 4 AM Monday to 4 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening 
  commutes. Very strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees 
  and power lines.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds will be on Tuesday 
  morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

CAZ071-251230-
/O.UPG.KREV.WS.A.0008.241125T1200Z-241127T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KREV.WW.Y.0031.241125T0000Z-241127T1200Z/
Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties-
Including the cities of Westwood, Portola, Sierraville, Loyalton,
and Susanville
425 AM PST Sun Nov 24 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 4 
AM PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow accumulations of 5 to 8 inches west of Highway 395 
  with higher amounts up to 1 foot along ridges. Ridge winds of 
  25-35 mph and gusts to 50 mph.

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

* WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 4 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds will be on Monday night 
  into Tuesday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by 
calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

HC
7 follow-up statements
443 
WWUS45 KREV 242004
WSWREV

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
1204 PM PST Sun Nov 24 2024

CAZ072-NVZ002-252215-
/O.EXT.KREV.WS.W.0013.241125T2100Z-241127T1200Z/
Greater Lake Tahoe Area-
Including the cities of Glenbrook, Tahoe City, Truckee,
Markleeville, Incline Village, Stateline, and South Lake Tahoe
1204 PM PST Sun Nov 24 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM MONDAY TO 4 AM PST 
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Snow accumulations of 1 to 2 feet above 7000 
  feet with 2 to 8 inches elsewhere. Ridge winds will be gusting as 
  high as 90 mph.

* WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area.

* WHEN...From 1 PM Monday to 4 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the Monday evening and Tuesday 
  commutes. Very strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees 
  and power lines due to the expected heavy wet nature of the snow.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds will be Tuesday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

CAZ073-252215-
/O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0013.241125T1200Z-241127T1200Z/
Mono County-
Including the cities of Bridgeport, Mammoth Lakes, Coleville, and
Lee Vining
1204 PM PST Sun Nov 24 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM MONDAY TO 4 AM 
PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Snow accumulations of 1 to 2 feet above 7000 
  feet with areas near the Sierra crest possibly receiving 3 feet or 
  more. Ridge winds gusting as high as 90 mph.

* WHERE...Mono County.

* WHEN...From 4 AM Monday to 4 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the Monday and Tuesday commutes. 
  Very strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power 
  lines due to the expected heavy wet nature of the snow.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds will be Tuesday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

CAZ071-252215-
/O.CON.KREV.WW.Y.0031.241125T0000Z-241127T1200Z/
Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties-
Including the cities of Susanville, Loyalton, Sierraville,
Westwood, and Portola
1204 PM PST Sun Nov 24 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS 
AFTERNOON TO 4 AM PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow accumulations of 3 to 8 inches west of Highway 395 
  with higher amounts up to 1 foot along ridges.

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

* WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 4 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by 
calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WH
373 
WWUS45 KREV 251025
WSWREV

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
225 AM PST Mon Nov 25 2024

CAZ073-261030-
/O.EXT.KREV.WS.W.0013.241125T1200Z-241127T1800Z/
Mono County-
Including the cities of Mammoth Lakes, Coleville, Bridgeport, and
Lee Vining
225 AM PST Mon Nov 25 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Snow accumulations of 1 to 2 feet above 7000 
  feet with areas near the Sierra crest receiving 3 feet or more. 
  Below 7500 feet, snow accumulations of 1 to 8 inches. Ridge winds 
  gusting as high as 95 mph.

* WHERE...Mono County.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the Monday and Tuesday commutes. 
  Very strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power 
  lines due to the expected heavy wet nature of the snow.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds will be Tuesday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

CAZ072-NVZ002-261030-
/O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0013.241125T2100Z-241127T1200Z/
Greater Lake Tahoe Area-
Including the cities of Markleeville, South Lake Tahoe,
Glenbrook, Stateline, Tahoe City, Truckee, and Incline Village
225 AM PST Mon Nov 25 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON 
TO 4 AM PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Snow accumulations of 1 to 2 feet above 7000 
  feet, 1 to 4 inches at lake level, and 4 to 12 inches west of Lake 
  Tahoe. Ridge winds gusting as high as 90 mph.

* WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area.

* WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 4 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the Monday evening and Tuesday 
  commutes. Very strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees 
  and power lines due to the expected heavy wet nature of the snow.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds will be Tuesday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

CAZ071-261030-
/O.EXT.KREV.WW.Y.0031.000000T0000Z-241127T0000Z/
Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties-
Including the cities of Sierraville, Westwood, Susanville,
Portola, and Loyalton
225 AM PST Mon Nov 25 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM PST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow accumulations of 2 to 8 inches west of Highway 395 
  with higher amounts up to 1 foot along ridges.

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

* WHEN...Until 4 PM PST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds will be on Monday night 
  into Tuesday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by 
calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

CJ
911 
WWUS45 KREV 251312
WSWREV

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
512 AM PST Mon Nov 25 2024

CAZ073-261315-
/O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0013.000000T0000Z-241127T1800Z/
Mono County-
Including the cities of Mammoth Lakes, Coleville, Bridgeport, and
Lee Vining
512 AM PST Mon Nov 25 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST 
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Snow accumulations of 1 to 2 feet above 7000 
  feet with areas near the Sierra crest receiving 3 feet or more. 
  Below 7500 feet, snow accumulations of 1 to 8 inches. Ridge winds 
  gusting as high as 95 mph.

* WHERE...Mono County.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the Monday and Tuesday commutes. 
  Very strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power 
  lines due to the expected heavy wet nature of the snow.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds will be Tuesday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

CAZ072-NVZ002-261315-
/O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0013.241125T2100Z-241127T1200Z/
Greater Lake Tahoe Area-
Including the cities of Markleeville, South Lake Tahoe,
Glenbrook, Stateline, Tahoe City, Truckee, and Incline Village
512 AM PST Mon Nov 25 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON 
TO 4 AM PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Snow accumulations of 1 to 2 feet above 7000 
  feet, 1 to 4 inches at lake level, and 4 to 12 inches west of Lake 
  Tahoe. Ridge winds gusting as high as 90 mph. Southwest winds 15 
  to 20 mph with gusts to 35 mph and wave heights 1 to 3 feet on 
  Lake Tahoe.

* WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area.

* WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 4 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the Monday evening and Tuesday 
  commutes. Very strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees 
  and power lines due to the expected heavy wet nature of the snow. 
  Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to capsizing 
  and should remain off lake waters until conditions improve.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds will be Tuesday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. 
Consider postponing boating activities on the lake until a day with 
less wind.

&&

$$

CAZ071-261315-
/O.CON.KREV.WW.Y.0031.000000T0000Z-241127T0000Z/
Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties-
Including the cities of Sierraville, Westwood, Susanville,
Portola, and Loyalton
512 AM PST Mon Nov 25 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM PST 
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow accumulations of 2 to 8 inches west of Highway 395 
  with higher amounts up to 1 foot along ridges. Ridge winds gusting 
  as high as 65 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until 4 PM PST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds will be tonight into 
  Tuesday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by 
calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

CJ
424 
WWUS45 KREV 251548
WSWREV

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
748 AM PST Mon Nov 25 2024

CAZ072-NVZ002-261600-
/O.EXT.KREV.WS.W.0013.241125T1600Z-241127T1200Z/
Greater Lake Tahoe Area-
Including the cities of Stateline, Markleeville, Tahoe City,
Incline Village, Truckee, South Lake Tahoe, and Glenbrook
748 AM PST Mon Nov 25 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Snow accumulations of 1 to 2 feet above 7000 
  feet, 1 to 4 inches at lake level, and 4 to 12 inches west of Lake 
  Tahoe. Ridge winds gusting as high as 90 mph. Southwest winds 15 
  to 20 mph with gusts to 35 mph and wave heights 1 to 3 feet on 
  Lake Tahoe.

* WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the Monday evening and Tuesday 
  commutes. Very strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees 
  and power lines due to the expected heavy wet nature of the snow. 
  Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to capsizing 
  and should remain off lake waters until conditions improve.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds will be Tuesday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. 
Consider postponing boating activities on the lake until a day with 
less wind.

&&

$$

CAZ073-261600-
/O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0013.000000T0000Z-241127T1800Z/
Mono County-
Including the cities of Bridgeport, Mammoth Lakes, Coleville, and
Lee Vining
748 AM PST Mon Nov 25 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST 
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Snow accumulations of 1 to 2 feet above 7000 
  feet with areas near the Sierra crest receiving 3 feet or more. 
  Below 7500 feet, snow accumulations of 1 to 8 inches. Ridge winds 
  gusting as high as 95 mph.

* WHERE...Mono County.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the Monday and Tuesday commutes. 
  Very strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power 
  lines due to the expected heavy wet nature of the snow.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds will be Tuesday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

CAZ071-261600-
/O.CON.KREV.WW.Y.0031.000000T0000Z-241127T0000Z/
Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties-
Including the cities of Loyalton, Sierraville, Susanville,
Portola, and Westwood
748 AM PST Mon Nov 25 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM PST 
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow accumulations of 2 to 8 inches west of Highway 395 
  with higher amounts up to 1 foot along ridges. Ridge winds gusting 
  as high as 65 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until 4 PM PST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds will be tonight into 
  Tuesday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by 
calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WH
317 
WWUS45 KREV 261016
WSWREV

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
216 AM PST Tue Nov 26 2024

CAZ072-NVZ002-270000-
/O.EXT.KREV.WS.W.0013.000000T0000Z-241127T0000Z/
Greater Lake Tahoe Area-
Including the cities of Glenbrook, Incline Village, Truckee,
Tahoe City, South Lake Tahoe, Markleeville, and Stateline
216 AM PST Tue Nov 26 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM PST THIS 
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Snow accumulations of 3 to 8 inches expected 
  above 7000 feet, with higher amounts of 4 to 12 inches near and 
  south of CA 88 above 7000 feet. Lake Tahoe level areas up to 3 
  inches of snow. Ridge winds gusting to 85 mph. Southwest winds 10 
  to 15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph and wave heights of 1 to 3 feet 
  on Lake Tahoe.

* WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM PST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact commutes today. Very strong 
  winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines due to 
  the expected heavy wet nature of the snow. Small boats, kayaks and 
  paddle boards will be prone to capsizing and should remain off 
  lake waters until conditions improve.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds occurring this morning will 
  decrease through the day.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. 
Consider postponing boating activities on the lake until a day with 
less wind.

&&

$$

CAZ073-270600-
/O.EXT.KREV.WS.W.0013.000000T0000Z-241127T0600Z/
Mono County-
Including the cities of Lee Vining, Bridgeport, Coleville, and
Mammoth Lakes
216 AM PST Tue Nov 26 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Snow accumulations of 1 to 2 feet above 7000 
  feet with localized areas up to 3 feet on the Sierra crest. Below 
  7000 feet, snow accumulations of 2 to 6 inches. Ridge winds 
  gusting as high as 70 mph.

* WHERE...Mono County.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM PST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the commutes today. Very strong 
  winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines due to 
  the expected heavy wet nature of the snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

CAZ071-261800-
/O.EXT.KREV.WW.Y.0031.000000T0000Z-241126T1800Z/
Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties-
Including the cities of Portola, Westwood, Susanville,
Sierraville, and Loyalton
216 AM PST Tue Nov 26 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST THIS 
MORNING...

* WHAT...Snow accumulations of 1 to 4 inches west of Highway 395 
  with localized amounts up to 6 inches near and north of Highway 
  44. Ridge winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

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

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

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning commute. Snow showers will 
  continue into the afternoon, with localized hazardous conditions 
  possible.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will slowly decrease through the 
  morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by 
calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

CJ
670 
WWUS45 KREV 261759
WSWREV

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
959 AM PST Tue Nov 26 2024

CAZ071-261900-
/O.EXP.KREV.WW.Y.0031.000000T0000Z-241126T1800Z/
Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties-
Including the cities of Loyalton, Portola, Sierraville,
Susanville, and Westwood
959 AM PST Tue Nov 26 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 10 AM PST THIS MORNING...

Snowfall accumulations are projected to decrease below criteria with 
only light snow showers continuing through this afternoon into the 
evening. Therefore, the Winter Weather Advisory will be allowed to 
expire on time.

$$

CAZ072-NVZ002-270000-
/O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0013.000000T0000Z-241127T0000Z/
Greater Lake Tahoe Area-
Including the cities of Markleeville, Tahoe City, Glenbrook,
Stateline, Incline Village, South Lake Tahoe, and Truckee
959 AM PST Tue Nov 26 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM PST THIS 
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Snow accumulations of 3 to 8 inches expected 
  above 7000 feet, with higher amounts of 4 to 12 inches near and 
  south of CA 88 above 7000 feet. Lake Tahoe level areas up to 3 
  inches of snow. Ridge winds gusting to 85 mph. Southwest winds 10 
  to 15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph and wave heights of 1 to 3 feet 
  on Lake Tahoe.

* WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM PST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact commutes today. Very strong 
  winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines due to 
  the expected heavy wet nature of the snow. Small boats, kayaks and 
  paddle boards will be prone to capsizing and should remain off 
  lake waters until conditions improve.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds occurring this morning will 
  decrease through the day.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. 
Consider postponing boating activities on the lake until a day with 
less wind.

&&

$$

CAZ073-270600-
/O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0013.000000T0000Z-241127T0600Z/
Mono County-
Including the cities of Coleville, Mammoth Lakes, Lee Vining, and
Bridgeport
959 AM PST Tue Nov 26 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST THIS 
EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Snow accumulations of 1 to 2 feet above 7000 
  feet with localized areas up to 3 feet on the Sierra crest. Below 
  7000 feet, snow accumulations of 2 to 6 inches. Ridge winds 
  gusting as high as 70 mph.

* WHERE...Mono County.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM PST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the commutes today. Very strong 
  winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines due to 
  the expected heavy wet nature of the snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for 
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

AY
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WWUS45 KREV 262354
WSWREV

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
354 PM PST Tue Nov 26 2024

CAZ073-270100-
/O.CAN.KREV.WS.W.0013.000000T0000Z-241127T0600Z/
Mono County-
Including the cities of Lee Vining, Mammoth Lakes, Coleville, and
Bridgeport
354 PM PST Tue Nov 26 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING FOR MONO COUNTY HAS BEEN CANCELLED...

Snowfall accumulations are projected to decrease below criteria with 
only light snow showers continuing through the remainder of this 
afternoon into the evening. Therefore, the Winter Storm Warning for 
Mono County has been cancelled. Travelers should continue to use 
caution going through this area as slick and snowpacked roads will 
cause hazardous driving conditions.

$$

CAZ072-NVZ002-270100-
/O.EXP.KREV.WS.W.0013.000000T0000Z-241127T0000Z/
Greater Lake Tahoe Area-
Including the cities of Incline Village, Tahoe City,
Markleeville, Stateline, South Lake Tahoe, Truckee, and Glenbrook
354 PM PST Tue Nov 26 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 4 PM PST THIS AFTERNOON...

Snowfall accumulations are projected to decrease below criteria with 
only light snow showers continuing through the remainder of this 
afternoon into the evening. Therefore, this Winter Storm Warning 
will be allowed to expire at 4 PM PST. Travelers should continue to 
use caution going through this area as slick and snowpacked roads 
will cause hazardous driving conditions.

$$

MRC

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this winter storm warning went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Reno, NV wrote its last area forecast discussion before this winter storm warning went out at Nov 24, 2:35 AM PST, 1 hour 50 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Nov 24, 2:35 AM PST, 1 hour 50 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Reno NV
235 AM PST Sun Nov 24 2024

.SYNOPSIS...

* Enjoy a short break in the active weather through early Monday
  morning with just a few lingering showers and afternoon breezes.

* Another storm brings more valley rain, mountain snow and gusty
  Sierra ridge winds Monday through Wednesday morning.

* For the Thanksgiving weekend expect generally dry conditions and
  cool temperatures.

&&

.DISCUSSION...

It is break time! Enjoy generally fair weather conditions today
into very early tomorrow morning. We are only expecting a few
brief rain and snow showers through the day as the environment
remains a bit unsettled, and some breezy and typical afternoon
winds. Winds remain a bit gusty over the Sierra crest ahead of the
next system, otherwise no significant impacts are expected.

Another wave approaches the area on Sunday evening. The first hint
of this will be winds increasing over the Sierra ridges tonight.
Winds continue to strengthen overnight resulting in gusty winds
again by Monday afternoon. Winds are not expected to be as strong
as this past weekend, but expect gusts in the 30-45 mph range in
the valleys with stronger winds over wind prone areas. Ridgetop
winds will keep blowing until at least Tuesday morning. Wind conditions
improve by Tuesday afternoon and/or evening.

The snow levels with this system will be fluctuating between 5-7
kft from Monday through Wednesday. HREF members show at least two
distinct bands of precipitation, one focusing over NE CA and the
other towards the Eastern Sierra. Therefore, it appears that
impacts start over Lassen and Plumas on Sunday night. Amounts will
be in the range of 5-8 inches above 7000 ft with isolated areas
up to 10-12" in the highest peaks. The second band will be
affecting the Tahoe Basin and the Eastern Sierra. The greatest
amounts will be expected over Mono county as ECMWF EFI indicates
an anomalous event in the southern side of the Sierra. Current,
forecast accumulations also show a signal for heavy snow in the
area. The Tahoe basin near the Sierra crest has a 10-30% of
observing 2 ft of snow, while near the crest in the Eastern Sierra
the chances shoot up to 60-90% above 8000 ft. Mono county could
still see impacts into Wednesday afternoon as the system leaves,
but there is still some uncertainty with the timing. Snow amounts
in the Sierra between 5000-7000 feet near the Tahoe basin will
range from 4-9 inches with a 20-60% chance of exceeding 6 inches.
Therefore, expect winter warning and advisories in the mountains
to highlight impacts.

For western NV, we are expecting mostly rain, as snow levels
remain too high. Anyway, between 0.2 to 0.5 inches of rain are
likely, especially the farther west we go. There are some low
chances for snow (around 20%) in the valleys towards the end of
the event on Wednesday. It is unlikely that we will see any snow
accumulations as the moisture leaves the region with the arrival
of the colder air on Wednesday morning.

Conditions improve on Wednesday afternoon as the system moves
east, and it is replaced by a northwesterly dry and cool flow.
Therefore, expect drier conditions with a few lingering showers,
especially south of Highway 50. Temperatures will be in a slow
warm up trend, but we should remain below normal for late
November.

-Crespo

&&

.AVIATION...

VFR conditions prevail through 12Z Monday, especially over western
NV. A few exceptions likely due to brief showers across the region.
KTRK, and similar areas will be developing FZFG in the early morning
hours between 09-15Z. We are also expecting mountain obscurations as
low clouds remain in the Sierra. Winds will be light and VRB during
the overnight hours, then become from the S and SW between 5-10 kts
and gusts up to 20 kts from 20Z to 01Z. Stronger winds expected
overnight at KMMH and vicinity. Turbulence and LLWS return after 03Z
tonight as FL100 winds start to increase with the approach of the
next system.

Conditions continue to deteriorate on Monday after 12Z with the
next system bringing valley rain and mountain snow above 5 kft.

-Crespo

&&

.REV Watches/Warnings/Advisories...
NV...Winter Storm Watch from late Sunday night through Tuesday
     afternoon NVZ002.

CA...Winter Storm Watch from late Sunday night through Tuesday
     afternoon CAZ071>073.

&&

The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Nov 24, 4:25 AM PSTWinter Weather AdvisoryREVLassen, Plumas, Sierra54 hr

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Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; local storm reports from the same archive; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.