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Special Weather Statement

National Weather Service RENO NV

1041 AM PST Sat Dec 7 2019



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Surprise Valley California-Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties-

Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area-

Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake-

Northern Washoe County-

Including the cities of Cedarville, Eagleville, Fort Bidwell, 

Hawthorne, Yerington, Smith Valley, Mina, Schurz, Sparks, Verdi, 

Gardnerville, Virginia City, Fernley, Fallon, Lovelock, 

Silver Springs, Nixon, Imlay, Empire, and Gerlach

1041 AM PST Sat Dec 7 2019



...Winter Storm Continues Through Tonight...



* This statement is focused on Western Nevada.



* A moderate winter storm will impact the Sierra and Western

  Nevada through tomorrow morning. For Western Nevada, strong and

  gusty winds with gusts of 40 to 50 mph are possible today.

  Travel impacts due to wind are likely on normally wind prone 

  roads including Highway 395 and I-580.



* A period of heavier rains is likely late this afternoon into 

  the evening for lower valleys. The heavy rains could lead to 

  minor flooding of poor drainage areas. Snow impacts to travel 

  are possible early Sunday morning above 5000 feet, however snow 

  accumulation amounts will be light. Much more substantial snows 

  and travel impacts are expected in the Sierra.



* Plan on travel delays due to rain or snow. Drivers of high

  profile vehicles should be prepared for strong winds and monitor

  for possible road restrictions today. Also take some time to 

  check and clean gutters and drains around your property ahead of

  heavy rains.



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