Wind Advisory 12/20/2024 12:17 for Nevada areas

Headline: 
Wind Advisory issued December 20 at 12:17PM PST until December 21 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Reno NV
Event: 
Wind Advisory
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
December 20, 2024 - 12:17pm
Expires: 
December 21, 2024 - 4:00pm
Description: 
* WHAT...South to southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. Wind prone areas along US 395/I580 could gust up to 55 mph. * WHERE...Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area. * WHEN...From 4 AM to 4 PM PST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds may blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds may knock down burned trees in the Davis Fire burn area.
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. Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Area Description: 
Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area
Forcast Office: 
NWS Reno NV