"At 3:15 p.m. on Wednesday, the National Weather Service released a winter storm warning in effect until Friday Dec. 26, at 10 a.m. for the Greater Lake Tahoe Area. The NWS Reno NV says to prepare for, Snow accumulations between 1 to 2 feet for Lake Tahoe communities with 3 to 6 feet above 7,000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 100 mph along the highest ridges and up to 50 mph in the lower elevations and on Lake Tahoe."
"Travel and outdoor recreation could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact commutes Wednesday and Christmas Day. Very strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines, the NWS said. 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. To receive alerts, visit the TahoeAlerts website. Where to find winter weather shelters in your county: Winter weather shelters in Santa Clara County: San Jose operates the Overnight Warming Location program. Winter weather shelters in Alameda County: List of winter shelters operated in Alameda County, from Alameda County Health Care for the Homeless."
A winter storm warning covers the Greater Lake Tahoe Area through Friday, Dec. 26 at 10 a.m., with expected snow accumulations of 1–2 feet in Lake Tahoe communities and 3–6 feet above 7,000 feet. Wind gusts may reach 100 mph on the highest ridges and up to 50 mph at lower elevations and on Lake Tahoe. Travel and outdoor recreation could be very difficult or impossible and commutes may be impacted, including on Christmas Day. Very strong winds could damage trees and power lines. Travelers should carry an extra flashlight, food, and water, call 511 for road conditions, register with TahoeAlerts, and use listed county shelter resources.
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