Headline:
Winter Storm Watch issued April 19 at 9:20AM PDT until April 22 at 5:00PM PDT by NWS Reno NV
Event:
Winter Storm Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
April 19, 2026 - 9:20am
Expires:
April 20, 2026 - 9:30am
Description:
* WHAT...Heavy snow above 8000 feet. Snow accumulations of 6 to 12
inches above 8000 feet with up to 18 inches on highest mountain
peaks. Up to 4 inches of snow possible for communities along
Highway 395. Wind gusts of 40 to 50 mph across lower elevations
and up to 80 mph along ridges.
* WHERE...Mono County.
* WHEN...From Tuesday morning through Wednesday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult through Sierra passes.
The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday and Wednesday
commutes. Strong winds could cause damage to trees and power lines.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong and gusty winds are anticipated Monday
and Tuesday with potentially damaging winds Tuesday afternoon.
Heaviest snowfall expected late Tuesday morning through Tuesday
afternoon. Locally greater snow totals are possible with heavier
snow showers. Isolated lightning is also possible along the Sierra
crest Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons.
Instruction:
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
Area Description:
Mono
Forcast Office:
NWS Reno NV
Sender: