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Pacific Storms Continue to Impact the West; Severe Thunderstorms Forecast Thursday in the South

A series of Pacific storm systems will continue to impact the Northwest U.S. into this coming weekend with periods of gusty winds, high surf, low elevation rain, and heavy mountain snow. Severe thunderstorms will be possible on Thursday across central/east Texas into western Louisiana and possibly the ArkLaTex and southeast Oklahoma. Read More >

A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for the Sierra, going into effect tonight (Wed) at 10 PM thru 12 PM Fri. Prepare for travel impacts due to snow & gusty winds to end the week!
Wind Advisory in effect for Washoe County, the Reno-Carson-Minden Area, and the Surprise Valley (CA) from 4am-12pm Thursday, December 26th. Expect wind gusts up to 60 mph in wind prone areas. Ensure you secure any holiday decorations if you haven't already!
Traveling for the holidays but want to stay up to date on the changing conditions during this period of active weather? Follow our neighbors for the latest updates! The map on the right hand side highlights the different forecast areas surrounding NWS Reno. This includes NWS Offices Medford, Sacramento, Hanford, Las Vegas, Elko, and Boise.

 

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