Headline:
Lake Wind Advisory issued December 27 at 4:44PM PST until December 27 at 5:00PM PST by NWS Reno NV
Event:
Lake Wind Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 27, 2024 - 4:44pm
Expires:
December 28, 2024 - 5:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. Ridge
gusting up to 150 mph.
* WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area.
* WHEN...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.
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.
Area Description:
Greater Lake Tahoe Area; Greater Lake Tahoe Area
Forcast Office:
NWS Reno NV