"The NWS Reno NV states to expect, Snow accumulations of 1 to 3 feet above 7000 feet with 4 to 12 inches at lake level. Wind gusts of 35 to 45 mph with ridgetop winds gusting over 100 mph at times. Wind gusts up to 40 mph and wave heights of 1 to 3 feet on Lake Tahoe. Travel could be very difficult to impossible."
"The hazardous conditions will impact weekend travel and the Monday morning commute in and across the Sierra. Strong winds could cause damage to trees and power lines, according to the NWS. 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. TahoeAlerts offers a one-stop alert notification registration for residents and visitors throughout the Tahoe region."
Expect a winter storm in the Greater Lake Tahoe area from Saturday midnight until Monday Jan. 5 at 10 a.m. Snow accumulations of 1 to 3 feet are expected above 7,000 feet, with 4 to 12 inches at lake level. Anticipate wind gusts of 35 to 45 mph, ridgetop gusts over 100 mph at times, and Lake Tahoe gusts up to 40 mph with 1 to 3 foot waves. Travel could be very difficult to impossible, affecting weekend travel and the Monday morning Sierra commute. Strong winds could damage trees and power lines. Carry extra flashlight, food, and water, call 5 1 1 for road conditions, and register for TahoeAlerts. Local winter shelter options are available in Santa Clara, Alameda, San Mateo, Contra Costa, and Solano counties.
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