Winter Storm Warning

Full Alert Message

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Reno NV 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.