Headline:
Lake Wind Advisory issued December 27 at 2:42PM PST until December 27 at 5:00PM PST by NWS Reno NV
Event:
Lake Wind Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 27, 2024 - 2:42pm
Expires:
December 28, 2024 - 3:45pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Lake Wind Advisory, southwest winds 15 to 20 mph
with gusts up to 30 mph and waves 1 to 4 feet. For the High Wind
Watch, southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. Ridge
gusting up to 150 mph.
* WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area.
* WHEN...For the Lake Wind Advisory, until 5 PM PST this afternoon.
For the High Wind Watch, from late Saturday night through Sunday
evening.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles. Small boats, kayaks and
paddle boards will be prone to capsizing and should remain off
lake waters until conditions improve.
Instruction:
Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio
furniture, holiday decorations, and trash cans before winds increase
which could blow these items away. The best thing to do is prepare
ahead of time by making sure you have extra food and water on hand,
flashlights with spare batteries and/or candles in the event of a
power outage.
Check lake conditions before heading out and be prepared for a
sudden increase in winds and wave heights. Consider postponing
boating activities on the lake until a day with less wind.
Area Description:
Greater Lake Tahoe Area; Greater Lake Tahoe Area
Forcast Office:
NWS Reno NV