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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Sacramento CA
1223 PM PST Thu Nov 21 2024

CAZ068-069-221415-
/O.UPG.KSTO.WS.A.0011.241123T0000Z-241127T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KSTO.WS.W.0018.241123T0000Z-241127T0000Z/
Western Plumas County/Lassen Park-West Slope Northern Sierra
Nevada-
Including the cities of Quincy, Chester, and Blue Canyon
1223 PM PST Thu Nov 21 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM FRIDAY TO 4 PM PST
TUESDAY ELEVATIONS ABOVE 5500 FEET...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected for elevations above 5500 feet. Total
  snow accumulations of 1 to 3 feet and up to 4 feet along higher
  peaks. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

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

* WHEN...From 4 PM Friday to 4 PM PST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The
  hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening and Monday
  morning commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels Friday afternoon around 6000-7000
  feet, lowering to around 4500-5500 feet over the weekend. A brief
  break in snowfall expected from late Saturday afternoon into
  Sunday morning with lighter snow showers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Check the latest road conditions from Caltrans online at
quickmap.dot.ca.gov or dial 5 1 1.

&&

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For more information, visit us at www.weather.gov/sto/

DA

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Hanford CA
1207 PM PST Thu Nov 21 2024

CAZ323-326>331-220415-
/O.UPG.KHNX.WS.A.0010.241123T0000Z-241127T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KHNX.WS.W.0013.241123T0000Z-241127T0000Z/
Yosemite NP outside of the valley-Upper San Joaquin River-Kaiser
to Rodgers Ridge-Kings Canyon NP-Grant Grove Area-Sequoia NP-
South End of the Upper Sierra-
Including the cities of Wawona, Giant Forest, Lodgepole, Tuolumne
Meadows, Johnsondale, Cedar Grove, Shaver Lake, Florence Lake,
Lake Wishon, Hume Lake, Lake Thomas Edison, Devils Postpile,
Grant Grove, and Huntington Lake
1207 PM PST Thu Nov 21 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM FRIDAY TO 4 PM PST
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow possible above 6500 feet. Total snow
  accumulations between 10 and 24 inches possible. High elevation
  snow up to 4 feet. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...A portion of central California across the Sierra Nevada.

* WHEN...From 4 PM Friday to 4 PM PST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
  likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult
  to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday
  evening and Monday morning commutes. Gusty winds could bring down
  tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you
must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will
keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin to
reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and a
hat will keep you from losing your body heat.

Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely
necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden
changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the
motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your
destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially
cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is
winterized and in good working order.

&&

$$

SM

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
325 AM PST Thu Nov 21 2024

CAZ073-212100-
/O.NEW.KREV.WS.W.0012.241123T0000Z-241124T0600Z/
Mono County-
Including the cities of Lee Vining, Bridgeport, Mammoth Lakes,
and Coleville
325 AM PST Thu Nov 21 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM FRIDAY TO 10 PM PST
SATURDAY FOR MONO COUNTY ABOVE 7000 FEET...

* WHAT...Heavy snow for Mono County above 7000 feet. Snow
  accumulations of 10 to 18 inches with isolated amounts up to 2
  feet. Ridge winds gusting as high as 85 mph.

* WHERE...Mono County.

* WHEN...From 4 PM Friday to 10 PM PST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The
  hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening commute. Very
  strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

CM


Winter Weather Advisory


URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Las Vegas NV
1226 PM PST Thu Nov 21 2024

CAZ519-221300-
/O.NEW.KVEF.WW.Y.0016.241123T0000Z-241124T1200Z/
Eastern Sierra Slopes-
Including the cities of Whitney Portal and Aspendell
1226 PM PST Thu Nov 21 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM FRIDAY TO 4 AM PST
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected above 7000 feet. Total snow accumulations 2
  to 8 inches between 7000 and 8500 feet, higher totals up to 18
  inches near the crest. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph near the
  crest.

* WHERE...Eastern Sierra Slopes.

* WHEN...From 4 PM Friday to 4 AM PST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Strong
  winds could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. Call 1-800-427-7623 for
road information.

&&

$$

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

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High Surf Advisory


Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service San Francisco CA
255 AM PST Thu Nov 21 2024

CAZ006-505-509-530-212300-
/O.CON.KMTR.SU.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-241122T1400Z/
San Francisco-
Coastal North Bay Including Point Reyes National Seashore-
San Francisco Peninsula Coast-
Southern Monterey Bay and Big Sur Coast-
255 AM PST Thu Nov 21 2024

...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM PST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Large breaking waves between 14 to 19 ft along
  southwest facing beaches and between 19 to 22 ft along well
  exposed west facing beaches.

* WHERE...San Francisco, Coastal North Bay Including Point Reyes
  National Seashore, San Francisco Peninsula Coast and Southern
  Monterey Bay and Big Sur Coast Counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM PST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
  localized beach erosion. Large waves can sweep across the beach
  without warning, pulling people into the sea from rocks, jetties
  and beaches. Sudden immersion in cold water can result in cold
  water shock even for the most experienced swimmers. Cold water
  shock can result in dramatic changes in breathing, heart rate
  and blood pressure, greatly increasing the risk of drowning in
  rough open waters.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to
dangerous surf conditions.

&&

$$


Small Craft Advisory


URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
1027 AM PST Thu Nov 21 2024

PZZ670-673-220500-
/O.CON.KLOX.SC.Y.0165.000000T0000Z-241122T0500Z/
Point Piedras Blancas to Point Sal from 10 to 60 NM-
Waters from Pt. Sal to Santa Cruz Island CA and westward 60 nm
including San Miguel and Santa Rosa Islands-
1027 AM PST Thu Nov 21 2024

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

* WHAT...Hazardous sea conditions.

* WHERE...Point Piedras Blancas to Point Sal from 10 to 60 NM
  and Waters from Pt. Sal to Santa Cruz Island CA and westward
  60 nm including San Miguel and Santa Rosa Islands.

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

* 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.

&&

$$

Cohen

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE...UPDATED
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
846 AM PST Thu Nov 21 2024

PZZ565-220100-
/O.EXP.KMTR.GL.W.0053.000000T0000Z-241121T1700Z/
/O.EXB.KMTR.SC.Y.0191.241121T1700Z-241123T0500Z/
Coastal Waters from Point Pinos to Point Piedras Blancas
California out to 10 nm-
846 AM PST Thu Nov 21 2024

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM PST FRIDAY...
...GALE WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 9 AM PST THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and
  seas 8 to 10 ft expected.

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

* WHEN...Until 9 PM PST Friday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$


Wind Advisory


URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
348 AM PST Thu Nov 21 2024

NVZ001-003-221200-
/O.CON.KREV.WI.Y.0015.241122T1800Z-241123T0600Z/
Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties-Greater Reno-Carson City-
Minden Area-
Including the cities of Gardnerville, Virginia City, Schurz,
Sparks, Mina, Yerington, Verdi, Smith Valley, and Hawthorne
348 AM PST Thu Nov 21 2024

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 10 PM PST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

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

* WHEN...From 10 AM to 10 PM PST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will 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.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

CM

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