Special Weather Statement

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Hanford CA
1150 AM PST Mon Nov 28 2022

CAZ323-326>331-290400-
/O.NEW.KHNX.WS.A.0006.221201T0900Z-221203T0000Z/
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 Tuolumne Meadows, Wawona,
Devils Postpile, Florence Lake, Lake Thomas Edison, Lake Wishon,
Huntington Lake, Shaver Lake, Cedar Grove, Grant Grove,
Hume Lake, Giant Forest, Lodgepole, and Johnsondale
1150 AM PST Mon Nov 28 2022

...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE WEDNESDAY NIGHT THROUGH
FRIDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 20 to 30
inches. Locally heavier amounts possible above 6000 feet. Winds
could gust as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Higher elevations of the Sierra Nevada Mountains.

* WHEN...From late Wednesday night through Friday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The
hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening
commute.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

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National Weather Service RENO NV
402 AM PST Mon Nov 28 2022

CAZ070>073-NVZ001>005-290000-
Surprise Valley California-Lassen-Eastern Plumas-
Eastern Sierra Counties-Greater Lake Tahoe Area-Mono County-
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,
Portola, Susanville, Westwood, Sierraville, Loyalton,
South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City, Truckee, Markleeville, Bridgeport,
Coleville, Lee Vining, Mammoth Lakes, Hawthorne, Yerington,
Smith Valley, Mina, Schurz, Stateline, Glenbrook,
Incline Village, Sparks, Verdi, Gardnerville, Virginia City,
Fernley, Fallon, Lovelock, Silver Springs, Nixon, Imlay, Empire,
and Gerlach
402 AM PST Mon Nov 28 2022

...Cold Temperatures, Winds, and Snow Return This Week...

After a quiet holiday weekend, a few storms are on track to bring
back colder temperatures, periods of windy conditions, and the
potential for snow in the Sierra and western Nevada the week
ahead.

A quick-hitting storm will pass through the region today with
gusty winds, colder temperatures, and chances for snow showers.
Highest snow potential will be in the Warner mountains, Surprise
Valley and northern Washoe County (60% chance of 1 to 2 inches)
with lesser potential as the storm slides southward across the
Interstate 80 corridor (50% chance of a dusting).

Winds will be more impactful than the snow with this early week
storm. Widespread valley wind gusts 35 to 45 mph are forecast with
Sierra crest winds gusting to 70+ mph. Plan on impacts to
activities in the backcountry and on area lakes as well as
turbulence for aviators.

Latest guidance continues to point to a couple of more impactful
storms Thursday through next weekend. These storms will be capable
of producing strong winds and more significant snowfall
accumulations, with some snow even down in the valleys. Stay
tuned in to the latest forecasts this week as travel could become
difficult, especially in the Sierra and northeast California.

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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
1253 PM PST Mon Nov 28 2022

CAZ073-292300-
/O.NEW.KREV.WS.A.0003.221201T1200Z-221202T1800Z/
Mono County-
Including the cities of Bridgeport, Coleville, and Mammoth Lakes
1253 PM PST Mon Nov 28 2022

...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE WEDNESDAY NIGHT THROUGH
FRIDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 8
inches, except 10 to 22 inches near and west of US-395 possible,
highest along the Sierra crest. Winds could gust as high as 50
mph in valley locations with gusts above 100 mph along the
Sierra crest.

* WHERE...Mono County.

* WHEN...From late Wednesday night through Friday morning.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous
conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Strong
winds could cause damage to trees and lead to power outages.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heaviest snowfall rates are anticipated
Thursday and Thursday night. The combination of heavy snow and
wind may bring periods of whiteout conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Now is the time to prepare an emergency kit for your home and
car. If traveling consider alternate plans, remember to carry
tire chains, extra food, water and clothing. Once the storm
arrives, travel may be difficult or impossible for an extended
period of time.

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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Hanford CA
1001 AM PST Wed Nov 30 2022

CAZ323-326>330-010300-
/O.EXT.KHNX.WS.W.0004.221201T1200Z-221202T1200Z/
Yosemite NP outside of the valley-Upper San Joaquin River-
Kaiser to Rodgers Ridge-Kings Canyon NP-Grant Grove Area-
Sequoia NP-
Including the cities of Tuolumne Meadows, Wawona,
Devils Postpile, Florence Lake, Lake Thomas Edison, Lake Wishon,
Huntington Lake, Shaver Lake, Cedar Grove, Grant Grove,
Hume Lake, Giant Forest, and Lodgepole
1001 AM PST Wed Nov 30 2022

...A WINTER STORM WARNING IS NOW IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM PST THURSDAY
MORNING UNTIL TO 4 AM PST FRIDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of two to
three feet above 7,000 feet. Snow amounts of one to two feet
from 5,000 feet to 7,000 feet. Total snow accumulations of three
to six inches from 4,000 feet to 5,000 feet. Winds gusting as
high as 55 mph through canyons and along the crest.

* WHERE...The Sierra Nevada Mountains.

* WHEN...Valid from 4 AM PST Thursday morning until 4 AM PST
Friday morning.

* IMPACTS...Travel will become extremely difficult or impossible.
Count on road closures due to snow cover.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Additional snow is possible this weekend.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you plan to travel, consider alternate strategies. If you
must travel, remember to carry tire chains, plenty of food, a good
deal of water, warm clothing, and a flashlight in your vehicle.

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

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