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High Wind Warning


URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
208 AM PDT Fri May 3 2024

NVZ001-003-040015-
/O.UPG.KREV.HW.A.0003.240504T1500Z-240505T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KREV.HW.W.0004.240504T1500Z-240505T0300Z/
Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area-Mineral and Southern Lyon
Counties-
Including the cities of Virginia City, Verdi, Schurz, Sparks,
Yerington, Smith Valley, Gardnerville, Mina, and Hawthorne
208 AM PDT Fri May 3 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 8 PM PDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. Wind
  prone areas along Hwy-395 and Hwy-95 may see higher gusts of 65+
  mph.

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

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

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will 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.

&&

$$


Winter Weather Advisory


URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
256 AM PDT Fri May 3 2024

CAZ080-032200-
/O.NEW.KMFR.WW.Y.0026.240504T0900Z-240504T1800Z/
Western Siskiyou County-
256 AM PDT Fri May 3 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 11 AM PDT
SATURDAY ABOVE 4000 FEET...

* WHAT...Wet snow expected above 4000 feet. Total snow
  accumulations of 2 to 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40
  mph.

* WHERE...Mostly for the higher elevations of western Siskiyou
  County. This includes portions of Sawyers Bar Road near Mt.
  Etna.

* WHEN...From 2 AM to 11 AM PDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A quick change from rain to snow will occur
  during the heaviest precipitation, and there is a 70% chance for
  snowfall rates to reach an inch per hour through 5 AM.

* View the hazard area in detail at
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

* Slow down and allow extra time to reach your destination.

* Carry tire chains and be prepared for snow covered roads and
  limited visibilities.

* See https://quickmap.dot.ca.gov for latest road conditions.

* A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow
  will cause travel difficulties.

&&

$$

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
256 AM PDT Fri May 3 2024

ORZ027-028-032200-
/O.NEW.KMFR.WW.Y.0026.240504T0900Z-240505T0600Z/
South Central Oregon Cascades-
Siskiyou Mountains and Southern Oregon Cascades-
Including the city of Crescent Lake
256 AM PDT Fri May 3 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 11 PM PDT
SATURDAY ABOVE 4000 FEET...

* WHAT...Snow expected above 4000 feet. Total snow accumulations
  of 3 to 7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...The southern Oregon Cascades from Highway 140 northward.
  This includes Lake of the Woods, Highway 62 and 138 at Crater
  Lake and Diamond Lake, and portions of highway 58 near Crescent
  Lake and Willamette Pass.

* WHEN...From 2 AM to 11 PM PDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels will drop quickly overnight
  Friday and rain will change over to snow during the heaviest
  precipitation. There is a 70 percent chance for 1 inch an hour
  snowfall rates for a couple of hours between 4AM and 8AM.
  Snowfall rates will lighten after that. Temperatures will be
  very cold Saturday night, and any wet roads in the Cascades
  could refreeze.

* View the hazard area in detail at
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

* Slow down and allow extra time to reach your destination.

* Carry tire chains and be prepared for snow covered roads and
  limited visibilities.

* See https://www.tripcheck.com for latest road conditions.

* A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow
  will cause travel difficulties.

&&

$$

Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
254 AM PDT Fri May 3 2024

...UNSEASONABLY COLD STORM TO BRING HEAVY WET SNOW ABOVE 2500 FEET
SATURDAY MORNING...

CAZ102-105>108-111-032245-
/O.CON.KEKA.WW.Y.0017.240504T1100Z-240504T1800Z/
Del Norte Interior-Northern Humboldt Interior-Southern Humboldt
Interior-Northern Trinity-Southern Trinity-Northeastern Mendocino
Interior-
Including Hwy 299-Berry Summit, Hwy 3-Scott Mountain, and Bald
Hills Rd
254 AM PDT Fri May 3 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 11 AM PDT
SATURDAY ABOVE 2500 FEET...

* WHAT...Wet snow expected above 2500 feet. Total snow accumulations
  between 1 and 3 inches.

* WHERE...Trinity County, Humboldt Interior, Del Norte Interior, and
  Northeastern Mendocino Interior.

* WHEN...From 4 AM to 11 AM PDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Travel delays due to slick roads and reduced
  visibilities. Brief chain controls are possible Saturday morning.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Hourly snowfall rates around one inch an hour
  are highly probable (greater than a 70% chance) Saturday morning.
  Snow levels are most uncertain and could vary to as low as 2000
  feet to as high as 3500 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.

&&

$$

For hazard areas see https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=eka

DB

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Sacramento CA
236 AM PDT Fri May 3 2024

CAZ068-069-040000-
/O.CON.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
236 AM PDT Fri May 3 2024

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

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 10 inches
  mainly above 5000 feet with around a foot at the highest
  elevations. Winds gusting from 30 to 50 mph out of the
  southwest.

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

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

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels lower from 6000 to 8000 feet
  initially Saturday morning, to around 3500 to 4500 feet by
  Saturday evening, then down to around 3000 to 4000 feet Sunday
  morning. Snowfall rates of around 1 to 2 inches per hour are
  possible Saturday afternoon and evening which will lead to
  reduced visibilities and snow covered roads.

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.

&&

$$

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
235 AM PDT Fri May 3 2024

CAZ072-073-NVZ002-040000-
/O.CON.KREV.WW.Y.0021.240504T1800Z-240505T1500Z/
Mono County-Greater Lake Tahoe Area-
Including the cities of Stateline, South Lake Tahoe, Mammoth
Lakes, Bridgeport, Markleeville, Truckee, Coleville, Incline
Village, Lee Vining, Glenbrook, and Tahoe City
235 AM PDT Fri May 3 2024

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

* WHAT...Snow Above 5000 feet. Snow accumulations up to 3 to 6
  inches around the Lake Tahoe Basin, 6 to 12 inches over higher
  Sierra passes, and up to 10 to 14 inches of snow across the Sierra
  Crest above 7000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. Wind prone
  areas along Hwy-395 in Mono County may see gusts 60+ mph. Higher
  Sierra ridgetops may see gusts 100+ 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.

&&

$$

JC

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
235 AM PDT Fri May 3 2024

CAZ071-040000-
/O.CON.KREV.WW.Y.0021.240504T1800Z-240505T1500Z/
Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties-
Including the cities of Portola, Loyalton, Susanville,
Sierraville, and Westwood
235 AM PDT Fri May 3 2024

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

* WHAT...Snow above 5000 feet. Snow accumulations up to 4 inches
  with snow amounts 6 to 10 inches above 7000 feet. Winds gusts 30
  to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph for higher ridgetops.

* WHERE...Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties.

* 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.
  Strong winds could cause 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.

&&

$$


Small Craft Advisory


URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
858 AM PDT Fri May 3 2024

PZZ450-040000-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0053.240504T0400Z-240504T1000Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm-
858 AM PDT Fri May 3 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING
TO 3 AM PDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt
  expected.

* WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino out 10 nm.

* WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 3 AM PDT Saturday.

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


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
858 AM PDT Fri May 3 2024

PZZ470-040000-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0053.240504T0400Z-240504T1600Z/
Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm-
858 AM PDT Fri May 3 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING
TO 9 AM PDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and
  seas 4 to 6 feet expected.

* WHERE...Pt St George to Cape Mendocino 10 to 60 nm.

* WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 9 AM PDT Saturday.

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


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
858 AM PDT Fri May 3 2024

PZZ475-040000-
/O.CON.KEKA.SC.Y.0053.240504T1000Z-240505T0400Z/
Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm-
858 AM PDT Fri May 3 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 9 PM PDT
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and
  seas 5 to 8 feet expected.

* WHERE...Cape Mendocino to Pt Arena 10 to 60 nm.

* WHEN...From 3 AM to 9 PM PDT Saturday.

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


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
857 AM PDT Fri May 3 2024

PZZ570-040000-
/O.CON.KMTR.SC.Y.0077.000000T0000Z-240503T2200Z/
/O.CON.KMTR.SC.Y.0081.240504T1000Z-240504T1600Z/
Waters from Point Arena to Point Reyes 10-60 NM-
857 AM PDT Fri May 3 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM PDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 9 AM PDT
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the first Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 10
  to 15 kt. For the second Small Craft Advisory, west winds 10
  to 20 kt expected.

* WHERE...Waters from Point Arena to Point Reyes 10-60 NM.

* WHEN...For the first Small Craft Advisory, until 3 PM PDT this
  afternoon. For the second Small Craft Advisory, from 3 AM to 9
  AM PDT Saturday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
857 AM PDT Fri May 3 2024

PZZ540-040000-
/O.CON.KMTR.SC.Y.0077.000000T0000Z-240504T0400Z/
Coastal Waters from Point Arena to Point Reyes California out to
10 nm-
857 AM PDT Fri May 3 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM PDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt.

* WHERE...Coastal Waters from Point Arena to Point Reyes
  California out to 10 nm.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM PDT this evening.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
207 AM PDT Fri May 3 2024

PZZ350-356-370-376-032215-
/O.CON.KMFR.SC.Y.0039.240503T1500Z-240504T1800Z/
Coastal waters from Florence to Cape Blanco OR out 10 nm-
Coastal waters from Cape Blanco OR to Pt. St. George CA out 10 nm-
Waters from Florence to Cape Blanco OR from 10 to 60 nm-
Waters from Cape Blanco OR to Pt. St. George CA from 10 to 60 nm-
207 AM PDT Fri May 3 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THIS MORNING
TO 11 AM PDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and steep
  wind driven seas 5 to 7 ft. Highest winds and steepest seas are
  expected from Gold Beach northward. Steep west seas of 5 to 7
  feet at 7 seconds continue Friday night and Saturday morning.

* WHERE...All waters.

* WHEN...From 8 AM this morning to 11 AM PDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds and/or steep seas could capsize or
  damage smaller vessels.

* View the hazard area in detail at https://go.usa.gov/x6hks

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners and those operating smaller vessels should
remain in port and avoid the area of hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford


Wind Advisory


URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
313 AM PDT Fri May 3 2024

ORZ030-031-032300-
/O.NEW.KMFR.WI.Y.0018.240504T1200Z-240505T0000Z/
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
Central and Eastern Lake County-
313 AM PDT Fri May 3 2024

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 5 PM PDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE...Mostly the higher terrain of Lake County. This includes
  the Winter Rim and portions of Highway 31 from Summer Lake to
  Paisley. It also includes portions of Highway 140 east of Adel.

* WHEN...From 5 AM to 5 PM PDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

BMS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
208 AM PDT Fri May 3 2024

CAZ070-NVZ005-040015-
/O.NEW.KREV.WI.Y.0011.240504T1500Z-240505T0000Z/
Surprise Valley California-Northern Washoe County-
Including the cities of Fort Bidwell, Cedarville, Eagleville,
Gerlach, and Empire
208 AM PDT Fri May 3 2024

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 5 PM PDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...In California, Surprise Valley California. In Nevada,
  Northern Washoe County.

* WHEN...From 8 AM to 5 PM PDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

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.

&&

$$

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