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Gale Warning


URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
238 PM PDT Thu May 2 2024

PZZ565-030545-
/O.EXT.KMTR.GL.W.0025.000000T0000Z-240504T1000Z/
Coastal Waters from Point Pinos to Point Piedras Blancas
California out to 10 nm-
238 PM PDT Thu May 2 2024

...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM PDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and
  seas 8 to 10 ft.

* WHERE...Coastal Waters from Point Pinos to Point Piedras
  Blancas California out to 10 nm.

* WHEN...Until 3 AM PDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
143 PM PDT Thu May 2 2024

PZZ670-030545-
/O.CON.KLOX.GL.W.0017.000000T0000Z-240503T1000Z/
Point Piedras Blancas to Point Sal from 10 to 60 NM-
143 PM PDT Thu May 2 2024

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM PDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and
  combined seas 10 to 12 ft when conditions are worst.

* WHERE...Point Piedras Blancas to Point Sal from 10 to 60 NM.

* WHEN...Until 3 AM PDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will create dangerous sea conditions
  which could capsize or damage small and large vessels.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...See the Coastal Waters Forecast (CWFLOX)
  for more.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
143 PM PDT Thu May 2 2024

PZZ673-030545-
/O.CON.KLOX.GL.W.0016.000000T0000Z-240503T1000Z/
Waters from Pt. Sal to Santa Cruz Island CA and westward 60 nm
including San Miguel and Santa Rosa Islands-
143 PM PDT Thu May 2 2024

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM PDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts to 40 kt and
  combined seas 10 to 13 ft when conditions are worst.

* WHERE...Waters from Pt. Sal to Santa Cruz Island CA and
  westward 60 nm including San Miguel and Santa Rosa Islands.

* WHEN...Until 3 AM PDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will create dangerous sea conditions
  which could capsize or damage small and large vessels.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...See the Coastal Waters Forecast (CWFLOX)
  for more.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$


Winter Weather Advisory


URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
1218 PM PDT Thu May 2 2024

CAZ072-073-NVZ002-031730-
/O.NEW.KREV.WW.Y.0021.240504T1800Z-240505T1500Z/
Greater Lake Tahoe Area-Mono County-
Including the cities of Lee Vining, Tahoe City, Stateline,
Coleville, Mammoth Lakes, Glenbrook, Markleeville, Bridgeport,
Incline Village, South Lake Tahoe, and Truckee
1218 PM PDT Thu May 2 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM SATURDAY TO 8 AM PDT
SUNDAY ABOVE 5000 FEET...

* WHAT...Snow Above 5000 feet. Snow accumulations up to 1 to 3
  inches around the Lake Tahoe Basin, 3 to 6 inches over higher
  Sierra passes, and up to 6 to 12 inches of snow across the Sierra
  Crest above 7000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. Higher
  Sierra ridgetops could gust to 90 plus mph.

* WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area, and Mono County.

* WHEN...From 11 AM Saturday to 8 AM PDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
  likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult.
  Very strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power
  lines.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Those traveling over higher Sierra passes and
  recreating in the Sierra back country should be prepared for late
  season wintry conditions at times overnight Saturday into early
  Sunday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1 in Nevada, and calling CALTRANS 1-800-427-7623 in
California.

Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while
driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken
on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and
slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.

&&

$$

AY

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Hanford CA
1215 PM PDT Thu May 2 2024

CAZ327>330-030400-
/O.NEW.KHNX.WW.Y.0018.240504T2100Z-240505T1500Z/
Kaiser to Rodgers Ridge-Kings Canyon NP-Grant Grove Area-
Sequoia NP-
Including the cities of Lake Wishon, Huntington Lake,
Shaver Lake, Cedar Grove, Grant Grove, Hume Lake, Giant Forest,
and Lodgepole
1215 PM PDT Thu May 2 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM SATURDAY TO 8 AM
PDT SUNDAY ABOVE 5000 FEET...

* WHAT...Snow expected above 5000 feet. Total snow accumulations
  of 3 to 6 inches above 5000 feet and 4 to 9 inches above 7000
  feet. Local amounts around 12 inches possible at higher
  elevations. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph on exposed
  ridgetops and along the crest.

* WHERE...Kaiser to Rodgers Ridge, Kings Canyon NP, Grant Grove
  Area and Sequoia NP.

* WHEN...From 2 PM Saturday to 8 AM PDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult due to slick roadways. Gusty
  winds could bring down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Be prepared for wintery conditions. Slow down and use caution
while traveling.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Hanford CA
1215 PM PDT Thu May 2 2024

CAZ323-326-030400-
/O.NEW.KHNX.WW.Y.0018.240504T1800Z-240505T1500Z/
Yosemite NP outside of the valley-Upper San Joaquin River-
Including the cities of Tuolumne Meadows, Wawona,
Devils Postpile, Florence Lake, and Lake Thomas Edison
1215 PM PDT Thu May 2 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM SATURDAY TO 8 AM
PDT SUNDAY ABOVE 5000 FEET...

* WHAT...Snow expected above 5000 feet. Total snow accumulations
  of 4 to 8 inches above 5000 feet and 5 to 10 inches above 7000
  feet. Local amounts around 14 inches possible at higher
  elevations. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph on exposed ridgetops
  and along the crest.

* WHERE...Yosemite NP outside of the valley and Upper San Joaquin
  River areas.

* WHEN...From 11 AM Saturday to 8 AM PDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult due to slick roadways. Gusty
  winds could bring down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Be prepared for wintery conditions. Slow down and use caution
while traveling.


The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Sacramento CA
1151 AM PDT Thu May 2 2024

CAZ068-069-031400-
/O.NEW.KSTO.WW.Y.0014.240504T1800Z-240505T1500Z/
Western Plumas County/Lassen Park-
West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada-
Including the cities of Chester, Quincy, and Blue Canyon
1151 AM PDT Thu May 2 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM SATURDAY TO 8 AM
PDT SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches
  above 5000 feet with around a foot at highest elevations. Winds
  gusting from 30 to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Western Plumas County/Lassen Park and West Slope
  Northern Sierra Nevada.

* WHEN...From 11 AM Saturday to 8 AM PDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Travel delays from slick roads and reduced
  visibilities. Chain controls are likely Saturday afternoon and
  evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall rates of around an inch an hour
  are expected Saturday afternoon and evening which will lead to
  reduced visiblities and slick roads above 5000 feet.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$


Small Craft Advisory


URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
143 PM PDT Thu May 2 2024

PZZ645-030545-
/O.CON.KLOX.SC.Y.0063.000000T0000Z-240503T1000Z/
Point Piedras Blancas to Point Sal westward out to 10 NM-
143 PM PDT Thu May 2 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM PDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Hazardous sea conditions.

* WHERE...Point Piedras Blancas to Point Sal westward out to 10
  NM.

* WHEN...Until 3 AM PDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...See the Coastal Waters Forecast (CWFLOX)
  for more.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$


Wind Advisory


URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Diego CA
102 PM PDT Thu May 2 2024

CAZ055-060-030515-
/O.NEW.KSGX.WI.Y.0024.240504T2200Z-240506T0000Z/
San Bernardino County Mountains-Apple and Lucerne Valleys-
Including the cities of Crestline, Lake Arrowhead, Big Bear City,
Big Bear Lake, Running Springs, Wrightwood, Victorville,
Hesperia, Apple Valley, and Lucerne Valley
102 PM PDT Thu May 2 2024

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM SATURDAY TO 5 PM PDT
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts 45 to 55 mph
  expected.

* WHERE...The desert slopes of the San Bernardino County
  Mountains and Apple and Lucerne Valleys.

* WHEN...From 3 PM Saturday to 5 PM PDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects.
  Tree limbs could be blown down.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds will occur Saturday night
  into early Sunday morning. Additional round of gusty winds will
  occur Sunday afternoon.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$


High Wind Watch


URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
118 PM PDT Thu May 2 2024

NVZ001-003-031515-
/O.CON.KREV.HW.A.0003.240504T1500Z-240505T0300Z/
Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area-Mineral and Southern Lyon
Counties-
Including the cities of Sparks, Hawthorne, Verdi, Virginia City,
Schurz, Mina, Smith Valley, Gardnerville, and Yerington
118 PM PDT Thu May 2 2024

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
SATURDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area and Mineral and
  Southern Lyon Counties.

* WHEN...From Saturday morning through Saturday 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.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio
furniture 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.

&&

$$

MRC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Las Vegas NV
1202 PM PDT Thu May 2 2024

AZZ002-003-CAZ519>522-527-NVZ014-015-018-031200-
/O.NEW.KVEF.HW.A.0005.240504T1500Z-240505T1200Z/
Lake Havasu and Fort Mohave-Northwest Deserts-Eastern Sierra
Slopes-Owens Valley-White Mountains of Inyo County-Death Valley
National Park-San Bernardino County-Upper Colorado River Valley-
Esmeralda and Central Nye County-Lincoln County-Sheep Range-
Including the cities of Alamo, Pioche, Lone Pine, Whitney Portal,
Goldfield, Lake Havasu City, Westgard Pass, Caliente, Silver
Peak, Dolan Springs, Golden Valley, Bristlecone Pine, Yucca,
Bishop, Shoshone, Independence, Stovepipe Wells, Dyer, Needles,
Panaca, Beatty, Furnace Creek, Olancha, Aspendell, Valentine,
Rachel, Topock, Wikieup, Hayford Pk, Hiko, Desert Hills, and
Kingman
1202 PM PDT Thu May 2 2024 /1202 PM MST Thu May 2 2024/

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH LATE
SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...South winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible.

* WHERE...White and Inyo Mountains, Lake Havasu and Fort Mohave,
  Northwest Deserts, Eastern Sierra Slopes, Owens Valley, Death
  Valley National Park, San Bernardino County-Upper Colorado River
  Valley, Esmeralda and Central Nye County, Lincoln County, and
  Sheep Range.

* WHEN...From Saturday morning through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult,
  especially for high profile vehicles. Visibility could be reduced
  due to blowing dust. Hazardous boating conditions expected on area
  lakes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.

Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous
conditions for small craft.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/lasvegas

JV

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Las Vegas NV
1202 PM PDT Thu May 2 2024

AZZ001-036-CAZ523-524-NVZ016-017-019>022-031200-
/O.NEW.KVEF.HW.A.0005.240504T1500Z-240506T0000Z/
Northwest Plateau-Lake Mead National Recreation Area-Western
Mojave Desert-Eastern Mojave Desert-Northeast Clark County-
Western Clark and Southern Nye County-Spring Mountains-Red Rock
Canyon-Las Vegas Valley-Lake Mead National Recreation Area-
Southern Clark County-
Including the cities of Mt Charleston, Cal-Nev-Ari, Amargosa
Valley, Western Grand Canyon, Pipe Spring National Monument,
Oatman, Laughlin, Searchlight, Mesquite, Fort Irwin, Henderson,
Mohave Valley, North Las Vegas, Daggett, Bullhead City, Boulder
City, Indian Springs, Mitchell Caverns, Mt Trumbull, Pahrump, Las
Vegas, Red Rock Canyon, Moapa, Mountain Pass, Desert Rock, Primm,
Colorado City, Barstow, Baker, Hoover Dam, Tuweep, and Overton
1202 PM PDT Thu May 2 2024 /1202 PM MST Thu May 2 2024/

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH SUNDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph
  possible.

* WHERE...Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Northwest Plateau,
  Western Mojave Desert, Eastern Mojave Desert, Northeast Clark
  County, Western Clark and Southern Nye County, Spring
  Mountains-Red Rock Canyon, Las Vegas Valley, and Southern Clark
  County.

* WHEN...From Saturday morning through Sunday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult,
  especially for high profile vehicles. Visibility could be reduced
  due to blowing dust. Hazardous boating conditions expected on area
  lakes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.

Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous
conditions for small craft.

&&

$$

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