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High Wind Warning 5, NWS Las Vegas, NV

November 22, 2024Clark County, Nye County, Nevada; Inyo County, California

NWS Las Vegas, NV issued this high wind warning at Nov 22, 2024, 10:34 AM PST for Clark County, Nye County, Nevada; Inyo County, California. It took effect at Nov 23, 2024, 1:00 AM PST. It was in force for 27 hr. 8 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 22, 2024, 10:34 AM PST (18:34 UTC)
In effect from
Nov 23, 2024, 1:00 AM PST
Expired
Nov 24, 2024, 4:00 AM PST
In force
27 hr
Issued by
NWS Las Vegas, NV

Counties Inyo County, CA, Clark County, NV, Nye County, NV

The radar

The Las Vegas radar (KESX), 185 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 18:40 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 23, 1:02 AM PSTNON-TSTM WND DMG3 Nnw Olancha, CASemi truck flipped over along Highway 395 at Cartago from downslope wind gusts.
Nov 23, 1:05 AM PSTNON-TSTM WND DMGOlancha, CASemi truck flipped over along Highway 395 at Olancha due to downslope wind gusts.
Nov 23, 2:08 AM PSTNON-TSTM WND DMG3 Nnw Olancha, CASemi truck flipped over along Highway 395 at Cartago from high downslope wind gusts.
Nov 23, 2:10 AM PSTNON-TSTM WND DMG9 Wsw Keeler, CASlide Canyon sensor along Highway 395 measured a gradient wind gust of 71 mph at 0210. Gusts exceeding 58 mph began at 0100.
Nov 23, 2:43 AM PSTNON-TSTM WND DMG7 N Olancha, CA*** 1 INJ *** Semi truck flipped over along Highway 395 at Ash Creek Road due to high downslope winds. Driver was injured.
Nov 23, 3:09 AM PSTNON-TSTM WND DMG7 Sse Haiwee, CASemi truck flipped over along Highway 395 at Coso Junction due to high downslope winds.
Nov 23, 3:50 AM PSTNON-TSTM WND GST 796 Ne Mt. Charleston, NVWind gusts in excess of 70 mph were observed beginning at 2330 PST on Friday and continuing through 0620 PST this morning. The peak gust measured during this time was 79 mph and occurred at 0350 PST.
Nov 23, 5:00 PM PSTNON-TSTM WND GST 756 Ne Mt. Charleston, NVAngel Peak sensor measured a 75 mph gradient wind gust at 1700. Gusts exceeded 70 mph from 1630 to 2010.

Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.

The nearest sounding before it

Las Vegas, NV (KVEF), launched 12:00Z, 6.6 hours before the alert went out and 91 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, Las Vegas, NV at 12:00Z on 2024-11-22Temperature 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 km15 km-30°-20°-10°0°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Las Vegas, NV at 12:00Z on 2024-11-22The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 61 square meters per square second.19395878Sfc1 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
4048 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
11 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
61 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
93 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

237 
WWUS75 KVEF 221834
NPWVEF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Las Vegas NV
1034 AM PST Fri Nov 22 2024

NVZ019-230645-
/O.UPG.KVEF.WI.Y.0031.241123T0900Z-241124T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KVEF.HW.W.0005.241123T0900Z-241124T1200Z/
Spring Mountains-Red Rock Canyon-
Including the cities of Mt Charleston and Red Rock Canyon
1034 AM PST Fri Nov 22 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SATURDAY TO 4 AM PST 
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Spring Mountains-Red Rock Canyon, especially the northern 
  and eastern slopes of the Spring Mountains.

* WHEN...From 1 AM Saturday to 4 AM PST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may impact trees and power lines. Power 
  outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for 
  high profile vehicles. Areas of blowing dust may result in locally 
  reduced visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Downslope winds can create sudden gusts which 
  can result in particularly hazardous crosswinds for high profile 
  vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Secure any loose objects or 
temporary structures. Use extra caution if you must drive.

&&

$$

CAZ519-520-230645-
/O.EXB.KVEF.WI.Y.0031.241123T0000Z-241124T1200Z/
Eastern Sierra Slopes-Owens Valley-
Including the cities of Bishop, Olancha, Lone Pine, Independence,
Whitney Portal, and Aspendell
1034 AM PST Fri Nov 22 2024

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 4 AM PST 
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected. Locally higher gusts possible along the eastern slopes 
  of the Sierra, generally west of US Highway 395.

* WHERE...Eastern Sierra Slopes and Owens Valley.

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

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and make 
  driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Areas of 
  blowing dust may result in locally reduced visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Downslope winds can create sudden gusts which 
  can result in particularly hazardous crosswinds for high profile 
  vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure any loose objects or 
temporary structures.

&&

$$

NVZ020-230645-
/O.EXB.KVEF.WI.Y.0031.241123T0900Z-241124T1200Z/
Las Vegas Valley-
Including the cities of Las Vegas, Henderson, Boulder City, and
North Las Vegas
1034 AM PST Fri Nov 22 2024

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SATURDAY TO 4 AM PST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected 
  on the far western side of the Las Vegas Valley. The central and 
  eastern portions of the Las Vegas Valley will likely experience 
  peak gusts between 30 and 40 MPH

* WHERE...Las Vegas Valley, strongest across the far western 
  portions of the valley.

* WHEN...From 1 AM Saturday to 4 AM PST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and make 
  driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Areas of 
  blowing dust may result in locally reduced visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Downslope winds in the far western Las Vegas 
  Valley can create sudden gusts which can result in particularly 
  hazardous crosswinds for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure any loose objects or 
temporary structures.

&&

$$

NVZ017-230645-
/O.CON.KVEF.WI.Y.0031.241123T1800Z-241124T1200Z/
Western Clark and Southern Nye County-
Including the cities of Indian Springs, Amargosa Valley, Desert
Rock, and Pahrump
1034 AM PST Fri Nov 22 2024

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM SATURDAY TO 4 AM PST 
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE...Western Clark and Southern Nye County.

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

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Hazardous crosswinds will be possible on 
  Highway 95 between Indian Springs and the intersection with State 
  Route 160.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure any loose objects or 
temporary structures.

&&

$$

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

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6 follow-up statements
024 
WWUS75 KVEF 230315
NPWVEF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Las Vegas NV
715 PM PST Fri Nov 22 2024

NVZ019-231515-
/O.CON.KVEF.HW.W.0005.241123T0900Z-241124T1200Z/
Spring Mountains-Red Rock Canyon-
Including the cities of Red Rock Canyon and Mt Charleston
715 PM PST Fri Nov 22 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SATURDAY TO 4 AM 
PST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Spring Mountains-Red Rock Canyon.

* WHEN...From 1 AM Saturday to 4 AM PST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may impact trees and power lines. Power 
  outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for 
  high profile vehicles. Areas of blowing dust may result in locally 
  reduced visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Downslope winds can create sudden gusts which 
  can result in particularly hazardous crosswinds for high profile 
  vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Secure any loose objects or 
temporary structures. Use extra caution if you must drive.

&&

$$

CAZ519-520-231515-
/O.CON.KVEF.WI.Y.0031.000000T0000Z-241124T1200Z/
Eastern Sierra Slopes-Owens Valley-
Including the cities of Lone Pine, Whitney Portal, Independence,
Bishop, Olancha, and Aspendell
715 PM PST Fri Nov 22 2024

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

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected. Locally higher gusts possible along the eastern slopes 
  of the Sierra, generally west of US Highway 395.

* WHERE...Eastern Sierra Slopes and Owens Valley.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and make 
  driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Areas of 
  blowing dust may result in locally reduced visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Downslope winds can create sudden gusts which 
  can result in particularly hazardous crosswinds for high profile 
  vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure any loose objects or 
temporary structures.

&&

$$

NVZ020-231515-
/O.CON.KVEF.WI.Y.0031.241123T0900Z-241124T1200Z/
Las Vegas Valley-
Including the cities of Henderson, Las Vegas, North Las Vegas,
and Boulder City
715 PM PST Fri Nov 22 2024

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SATURDAY TO 4 AM PST 
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected 
  on the far western side of the Las Vegas Valley. The central and 
  eastern portions of the Las Vegas Valley will likely experience 
  peak gusts between 30 and 40 MPH.

* WHERE...Las Vegas Valley.

* WHEN...From 1 AM Saturday to 4 AM PST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and make 
  driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Areas of 
  blowing dust may result in locally reduced visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Downslope winds in the far western Las Vegas 
  Valley can create sudden gusts which can result in particularly 
  hazardous crosswinds for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure any loose objects or 
temporary structures.

&&

$$

NVZ017-231515-
/O.CON.KVEF.WI.Y.0031.241123T1800Z-241124T1200Z/
Western Clark and Southern Nye County-
Including the cities of Desert Rock, Amargosa Valley, Pahrump,
and Indian Springs
715 PM PST Fri Nov 22 2024

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM SATURDAY TO 4 AM PST 
SUNDAY...

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

* WHERE...Western Clark and Southern Nye County.

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

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and make 
  driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Hazardous crosswinds will be possible on 
  Highway 95 between Indian Springs and the intersection with State 
  Route 160.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure any loose objects or 
temporary structures.

&&

$$

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

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031 
WWUS75 KVEF 230936
NPWVEF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Las Vegas NV
136 AM PST Sat Nov 23 2024

CAZ519-520-231815-
/O.UPG.KVEF.WI.Y.0031.000000T0000Z-241124T1200Z/
/O.EXA.KVEF.HW.W.0005.000000T0000Z-241124T1200Z/
Eastern Sierra Slopes-Owens Valley-
Including the cities of Aspendell, Lone Pine, Bishop, Olancha,
Independence, and Whitney Portal
136 AM PST Sat Nov 23 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Sierra Slopes and Owens Valley.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Sunday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Downslope winds can create sudden gusts which 
  can result in particularly hazardous crosswinds for high profile 
  vehicles on sections of Highway 395 near the Sierra foothills in 
  the Owens Valley.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure any loose objects or 
temporary structures.

&&

$$

NVZ019-231815-
/O.CON.KVEF.HW.W.0005.000000T0000Z-241124T1200Z/
Spring Mountains-Red Rock Canyon-
Including the cities of Mt Charleston and Red Rock Canyon
136 AM PST Sat Nov 23 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 80 mph near 
  the peaks and up to 60 mph in Red Rock Canyon.

* WHERE...Spring Mountains-Red Rock Canyon.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may impact trees and power lines. Power 
  outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for 
  high profile vehicles. Areas of blowing dust may result in locally 
  reduced visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Downslope winds can create sudden gusts which 
  can result in particularly hazardous crosswinds for high profile 
  vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Secure any loose objects or 
temporary structures. Use extra caution if you must drive.

&&

$$

NVZ020-231815-
/O.CON.KVEF.WI.Y.0031.000000T0000Z-241124T1200Z/
Las Vegas Valley-
Including the cities of Boulder City, Henderson, North Las Vegas,
and Las Vegas
136 AM PST Sat Nov 23 2024

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

* WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected 
  on the far western side of the Las Vegas Valley. The central and 
  eastern portions of the Las Vegas Valley will likely experience 
  peak gusts between 30 and 40 MPH.

* WHERE...Las Vegas Valley.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and make 
  driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Areas of 
  blowing dust may result in locally reduced visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Downslope winds in the far western Las Vegas 
  Valley can create sudden gusts which can result in particularly 
  hazardous crosswinds for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure any loose objects or 
temporary structures.

&&

$$

NVZ017-231815-
/O.CON.KVEF.WI.Y.0031.241123T1800Z-241124T1200Z/
Western Clark and Southern Nye County-
Including the cities of Desert Rock, Pahrump, Indian Springs, and
Amargosa Valley
136 AM PST Sat Nov 23 2024

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 4 AM 
PST SUNDAY...

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

* WHERE...Western Clark and Southern Nye County.

* WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 4 AM PST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and make 
  driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Hazardous crosswinds will be possible on 
  Highway 95 between Indian Springs and the intersection with State 
  Route 160.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure any loose objects or 
temporary structures.

&&

$$

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

JA
360 
WWUS75 KVEF 231555
NPWVEF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Las Vegas NV
755 AM PST Sat Nov 23 2024

CAZ519-520-240400-
/O.CON.KVEF.HW.W.0005.000000T0000Z-241124T1200Z/
Eastern Sierra Slopes-Owens Valley-
Including the cities of Independence, Bishop, Whitney Portal,
Lone Pine, Olancha, and Aspendell
755 AM PST Sat Nov 23 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Sierra Slopes and Owens Valley.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Sunday. After a minor lull this morning, 
  winds may peak again between 9 AM and 4 PM today before gradually 
  decreasing overnight.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Downslope winds can create sudden gusts which 
  can result in particularly hazardous crosswinds for high profile 
  vehicles on sections of Highway 395 near the Sierra foothills in 
  the Owens Valley.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure any loose objects or 
temporary structures.

&&

$$

NVZ019-240400-
/O.CON.KVEF.HW.W.0005.000000T0000Z-241124T1200Z/
Spring Mountains-Red Rock Canyon-
Including the cities of Red Rock Canyon and Mt Charleston
755 AM PST Sat Nov 23 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 80 mph near 
  the peaks and up to 60 mph in Red Rock Canyon.

* WHERE...Spring Mountains-Red Rock Canyon.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may impact trees and power lines. Power 
  outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for 
  high profile vehicles. Areas of blowing dust may result in locally 
  reduced visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Downslope winds can create sudden gusts which 
  can result in particularly hazardous crosswinds for high profile 
  vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Secure any loose objects or 
temporary structures. Use extra caution if you must drive.

&&

$$

NVZ017-240400-
/O.EXT.KVEF.WI.Y.0031.241123T1555Z-241124T1200Z/
Western Clark and Southern Nye County-
Including the cities of Amargosa Valley, Pahrump, Indian Springs,
and Desert Rock
755 AM PST Sat Nov 23 2024

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST SUNDAY...

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

* WHERE...Western Clark and Southern Nye County.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and make 
  driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Hazardous crosswinds will be possible on 
  Highway 95 between Indian Springs and the intersection with State 
  Route 160.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure any loose objects or 
temporary structures.

&&

$$

NVZ020-240400-
/O.CON.KVEF.WI.Y.0031.000000T0000Z-241124T1200Z/
Las Vegas Valley-
Including the cities of North Las Vegas, Boulder City, Las Vegas,
and Henderson
755 AM PST Sat Nov 23 2024

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

* WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected 
  on the far western side of the Las Vegas Valley. The central and 
  eastern portions of the Las Vegas Valley will likely experience 
  peak gusts between 30 and 40 MPH.

* WHERE...Las Vegas Valley.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and make 
  driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Areas of 
  blowing dust may result in locally reduced visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Downslope winds in the far western Las Vegas 
  Valley can create sudden gusts which can result in particularly 
  hazardous crosswinds for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure any loose objects or 
temporary structures.

&&

$$

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

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046 
WWUS75 KVEF 231746
NPWVEF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Las Vegas NV
946 AM PST Sat Nov 23 2024

NVZ017-240615-
/O.UPG.KVEF.WI.Y.0031.000000T0000Z-241124T1200Z/
/O.EXA.KVEF.HW.W.0005.000000T0000Z-241124T1200Z/
Western Clark and Southern Nye County-
Including the cities of Amargosa Valley, Pahrump, Indian Springs,
and Desert Rock
946 AM PST Sat Nov 23 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Western Clark and Southern Nye County.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and make 
  driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Areas of 
  blowing dust may create localized reductions to visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Dangerous crosswinds will be possible on 
  Highway 95 between Indian Springs and the intersection with State 
  Route 160.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure any loose objects or 
temporary structures.

&&

$$

CAZ519-520-240615-
/O.CON.KVEF.HW.W.0005.000000T0000Z-241124T1200Z/
Eastern Sierra Slopes-Owens Valley-
Including the cities of Independence, Bishop, Whitney Portal,
Lone Pine, Olancha, and Aspendell
946 AM PST Sat Nov 23 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. Winds 
  will likely peak through 4 PM today before gradually decreasing 
  overnight.

* WHERE...Eastern Sierra Slopes and Owens Valley.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Sunday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Downslope winds can create sudden gusts which 
  can result in particularly hazardous crosswinds for high profile 
  vehicles on sections of Highway 395 near the Sierra foothills in 
  the Owens Valley.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure any loose objects or 
temporary structures.

&&

$$

NVZ019-240615-
/O.CON.KVEF.HW.W.0005.000000T0000Z-241124T1200Z/
Spring Mountains-Red Rock Canyon-
Including the cities of Red Rock Canyon and Mt Charleston
946 AM PST Sat Nov 23 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 80 mph near 
  the peaks and up to 60 mph in Red Rock Canyon.

* WHERE...Spring Mountains-Red Rock Canyon.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may impact trees and power lines. Power 
  outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for 
  high profile vehicles. Areas of blowing dust may result in locally 
  reduced visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Downslope winds can create sudden gusts which 
  can result in particularly hazardous crosswinds for high profile 
  vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Secure any loose objects or 
temporary structures. Use extra caution if you must drive.

&&

$$

CAZ522-523-240615-
/O.EXA.KVEF.WI.Y.0031.000000T0000Z-241124T1200Z/
Death Valley National Park-Western Mojave Desert-
Including the cities of Barstow, Furnace Creek, Fort Irwin,
Daggett, Stovepipe Wells, and Shoshone
946 AM PST Sat Nov 23 2024

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts 40 to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Death Valley National Park and Western Mojave Desert.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and make 
  driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Areas of 
  blowing dust may result in locally reduced visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are expected across the 
  southern portions of Death Valley National Park and northwest San 
  Bernardino County.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure any loose objects or 
temporary structures.

&&

$$

NVZ020-240615-
/O.CON.KVEF.WI.Y.0031.000000T0000Z-241124T1200Z/
Las Vegas Valley-
Including the cities of North Las Vegas, Boulder City, Las Vegas,
and Henderson
946 AM PST Sat Nov 23 2024

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

* WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected 
  on the far western side of the Las Vegas Valley. The central and 
  eastern portions of the Las Vegas Valley will likely experience 
  peak gusts between 30 and 40 MPH.

* WHERE...Las Vegas Valley.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and make 
  driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Areas of 
  blowing dust may result in locally reduced visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Downslope winds in the far western Las Vegas 
  Valley can create sudden gusts which can result in particularly 
  hazardous crosswinds for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure any loose objects or 
temporary structures.

&&

$$

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

RAW
749 
WWUS75 KVEF 240528
NPWVEF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Las Vegas NV
928 PM PST Sat Nov 23 2024

CAZ519-520-240630-
/O.CAN.KVEF.HW.W.0005.000000T0000Z-241124T1200Z/
Eastern Sierra Slopes-Owens Valley-
Including the cities of Olancha, Lone Pine, Whitney Portal,
Independence, Aspendell, and Bishop
928 PM PST Sat Nov 23 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...

Winds have decreased across the area and the High Wind Warning has 
been allowed to be canceled. Local gusts up to 40 mph can still be 
expected through 4 AM Sunday.

$$

NVZ017-241200-
/O.CON.KVEF.HW.W.0005.000000T0000Z-241124T1200Z/
Western Clark and Southern Nye County-
Including the cities of Pahrump, Indian Springs, Amargosa Valley,
and Desert Rock
928 PM PST Sat Nov 23 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Western Clark and Southern Nye County.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and make 
  driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Areas of 
  blowing dust may create localized reductions to visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Dangerous crosswinds will be possible on 
  Highway 95 between Indian Springs and the intersection with State 
  Route 160.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure any loose objects or 
temporary structures.

&&

$$

NVZ019-241200-
/O.CON.KVEF.HW.W.0005.000000T0000Z-241124T1200Z/
Spring Mountains-Red Rock Canyon-
Including the cities of Mt Charleston and Red Rock Canyon
928 PM PST Sat Nov 23 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 80 mph near 
  the peaks and up to 60 mph in Red Rock Canyon.

* WHERE...Spring Mountains-Red Rock Canyon.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may impact trees and power lines. Power 
  outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for 
  high profile vehicles. Areas of blowing dust may result in locally 
  reduced visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Downslope winds can create sudden gusts which 
  can result in particularly hazardous crosswinds for high profile 
  vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Secure any loose objects or 
temporary structures. Use extra caution if you must drive.

&&

$$

CAZ522-523-241200-
/O.CON.KVEF.WI.Y.0031.000000T0000Z-241124T1200Z/
Death Valley National Park-Western Mojave Desert-
Including the cities of Fort Irwin, Shoshone, Barstow, Stovepipe
Wells, Furnace Creek, and Daggett
928 PM PST Sat Nov 23 2024

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

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts 40 to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Death Valley National Park and Western Mojave Desert.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and make 
  driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Areas of 
  blowing dust may result in locally reduced visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are expected across the 
  southern portions of Death Valley National Park and northwest San 
  Bernardino County.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure any loose objects or 
temporary structures.

&&

$$

NVZ020-241200-
/O.CON.KVEF.WI.Y.0031.000000T0000Z-241124T1200Z/
Las Vegas Valley-
Including the cities of Las Vegas, Boulder City, Henderson, and
North Las Vegas
928 PM PST Sat Nov 23 2024

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

* WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected 
  on the far western side of the Las Vegas Valley. The central and 
  eastern portions of the Las Vegas Valley will likely experience 
  peak gusts between 30 and 40 MPH.

* WHERE...Las Vegas Valley.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and make 
  driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Areas of 
  blowing dust may result in locally reduced visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Downslope winds in the far western Las Vegas 
  Valley can create sudden gusts which can result in particularly 
  hazardous crosswinds for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure any loose objects or 
temporary structures.

&&

$$

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

NMS
651 
WWUS75 KVEF 241155
NPWVEF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Las Vegas NV
355 AM PST Sun Nov 24 2024

NVZ017-019-241300-
/O.EXP.KVEF.HW.W.0005.000000T0000Z-241124T1200Z/
Western Clark and Southern Nye County-Spring Mountains-Red Rock
Canyon-
Including the cities of Desert Rock, Amargosa Valley, Red Rock
Canyon, Pahrump, Mt Charleston, and Indian Springs
355 AM PST Sun Nov 24 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 4 AM PST...

Winds will continue decreasing across the area early this morning 
and the High Wind Warning for portions of southern Nevada will be 
allowed to expire at 4 AM PST.

$$

CAZ522-523-NVZ020-241300-
/O.EXP.KVEF.WI.Y.0031.000000T0000Z-241124T1200Z/
Death Valley National Park-Western Mojave Desert-Las Vegas Valley-
Including the cities of Shoshone, Daggett, Henderson, Stovepipe
Wells, Fort Irwin, Las Vegas, Furnace Creek, Barstow, Boulder
City, and North Las Vegas
355 AM PST Sun Nov 24 2024

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

Winds will continue decreasing across the area early this morning 
and the Wind Advisory for portions of southeastern California and 
southern Nevada will expire at 4 AM PST.

$$

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

JA

What forecasters said that day

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

NWS Las Vegas, NV wrote its last area forecast discussion before this high wind warning went out at Nov 22, 8:43 AM PST, 1 hour 51 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Nov 22, 8:43 AM PST, 1 hour 51 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Las Vegas NV
843 AM PST Fri Nov 22 2024

.SYNOPSIS...Generally dry and warming conditions into Saturday.
Low pressure off the Pacific Northwest coast will sag south,
directing moisture into the Sierra Friday night into Saturday.
This will result in high elevation snow in the Sierra. Winds will
also increase across the Mojave Desert Saturday afternoon/evening.
Another system will move across the region Sunday through
Tuesday, bringing more widespread rain and mountain snow chances.

&&

.UPDATE...Another quiet morning across the region with just a few
high clouds streaming across the northern part of the CWA. The
main focus for today will be on snow in the Sierra beginning
tonight as well as breezy to windy conditions tonight through
Saturday and any potential downslope wind signal. The current
forecast is in good shape and no updates are planned this morning.

&&

.PREV DISCUSSION...223 AM PST Fri Nov 22 2024
.SHORT TERM...Today through Saturday Night.

One more day of quiet weather is in store for most of the region
before we begin to experience the influence of the broad trough
churning off the Pacific Northwest Coast. The base of this system
will slowly drop into our region tonight through Saturday night.
This will result in the tail end of the associated atmospheric river
to impact the Southern Sierra beginning later today through
Saturday. Also, strong southwest winds aloft will spread across
southeastern California and Southern Nevada tonight through Saturday
night. These strong winds will primarily impact the higher mountains
and lead to the potential for downslope winds. This prompted the
issuance of a Wind Advisory for the Spring Mountains-Red Rock Canyon
from 1 AM PST Saturday to 4 AM PST Sunday. Southern Nye/western
Clark County were also included from 10 AM PST Saturday to 4 AM PST
Sunday where downslope conditions will be favorable to produce
hazardous crosswinds between Indian Springs and the intersection
with State Route 160. Precipitation over the Southern Sierra will
likely counteract downslope winds in the Owens Valley, so confidence
is not high enough for impacts along Highway 395, but will continue
to monitor incoming high resolution model runs. Downslope winds
could impact the western Las Vegas Valley with gusts over 40 mph
near the foothills, but the latest NBM indicates the majority of the
metro area has less than a 50 percent chance of gusts over 40 mph.

Temperatures across the desert zones will climb into mid 60s today
and lower 70s Saturday aided by the southwest winds then highs will
pull back to the mid 60s Sunday and winds will decrease to 10 to 15
mph as the leading edge of the trough moves past. Leftover moisture
that is not intercepted by the Sierra will result in 20-30 percent
chances of light precipitation mainly over the higher terrain of
Clark/Lincoln and northern Mohave counties with snow levels 6500-
7000 feet.

.LONG TERM...Monday through Thursday.

The gradual cooling trend continues Monday as the low-amplitude
ridge breaks down and troughing starts to dominate the pattern.
Uncertainty currently lies in the timing as we look at Tuesday
through Thursday. ECMWF and GFS ensemble members are showing
progressive troughing in the Tuesday/Wednesday timeframe while CMC
ensemble members are delaying the trough progressing until the
Wednesday/Thursday timeframe. The solution will have a significant
impact on temperatures and timing of precipitation. The current
forecast has PoPs increasing Monday morning through Tuesday
afternoon before tapering off Tuesday night. Highest PoPs are in the
Southern Great Basin, diminishing to the south with dismal PoPs in
the Eastern Mojave Desert and Colorado River Valley. Snow levels are
forecast to be lower in the Sierra and White Mountains with this
system as compared to the weekend system; but again, it all depends
on if the coldest air coincides with the greatest PoPs.

&&

.LONG TERM...Monday through Thursday.

The gradual cooling trend continues Monday as the low-amplitude
ridge breaks down and troughing starts to dominate the pattern.
Uncertainty currently lies in the timing as we look at Tuesday
through Thursday. ECMWF and GFS ensemble members are showing
progressive troughing in the Tuesday/Wednesday timeframe while CMC
ensemble members are delaying the trough progressing until the
Wednesday/Thursday timeframe. The solution will have a significant
impact on temperatures and timing of precipitation. The current
forecast has PoPs increasing Monday morning through Tuesday
afternoon before tapering off Tuesday night. Highest PoPs are in the
Southern Great Basin, diminishing to the south with dismal PoPs in
the Eastern Mojave Desert and Colorado River Valley. Snow levels are
forecast to be lower in the Sierra and White Mountains with this
system as compared to the weekend system; but again, it all depends
on if the coldest air coincides with the greatest PoPs.

&&

.AVIATION...For Harry Reid...Surface winds will be light and
variable in the morning hours before settling in from the east at
less than 10 kts this afternoon. Winds will shift to a westerly
direction at less than 10 kts during the evening hours. Guidance
shows an increase in southerly winds developing around or after 11Z
Saturday morning between 10 to 20 knots. Cloud bases at or above 20
kft through Friday night.

For the rest of southern Nevada, northwest Arizona and southeast
California...Surface winds across most of the Mojave Desert and
southern Great Basin will remain under 10 kts today and tonight. The
exception will be within the Owens Valley where southerly winds of
10-15 knots will develop this afternoon, further strengthening
tonight with gusts of 20-30 kts. Ceilings in western Inyo County
will remain at or above 20 kft through this afternoon before
starting to lower tonight when mountain tops will become obscured.
&&

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...Spotters are encouraged to report
any significant weather or impacts according to standard operating
procedures.

&&

UPDATE...Wolcott
SHORT TERM...Adair
LONG TERM...Sarment
AVIATION...Pierce

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The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Nov 22, 12:03 AM PSTWind AdvisoryVEFClark, Nye52 hr
Nov 22, 10:50 AM PSTWinter Storm WatchVEFInyo28 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.