"The Greater Lake Tahoe Area and the Mammoth Mountain Area are under a winter weather advisory which was released by the National Weather Service on Saturday at 1:58 p.m. The advisory is valid from Sunday 4 p.m. until Monday Dec. 22, at 1 p.m. The NWS Reno NV says to expect, Heavy, wet snow. Snow accumulations of 12 to 18 inches in the Tahoe Basin above 8000 feet. Snow accumulations of 18 to 24 inches in Mono county above 8500 feet."
"Ridgetop gusts as high as 100 mph. Travel could become very difficult over higher passes, including Carson Pass and Mt. Rose Summit. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. The combination of strong winds and the weight of heavy snow accumulations could damage trees and power lines, according to the NWS. 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."
A winter weather advisory covers Greater Lake Tahoe and Mammoth Mountain from Sunday 4 p.m. through Monday Dec. 22 at 1 p.m. Heavy, wet snow is expected with 12–18 inches above 8000 feet in the Tahoe Basin and 18–24 inches above 8500 feet in Mono County. Ridgetop gusts could reach 100 mph. Travel over higher passes, including Carson Pass and Mt. Rose Summit, may become very difficult and could impact the Monday morning commute. Strong winds and heavy snow could damage trees and power lines. Drivers should slow down, assume icy roads, avoid driving if possible, share travel plans, prepare vehicles, call 511 for road conditions, and dial 911 for hazards.
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