"At 8:16 a.m. on Thursday, the National Weather Service released a winter weather advisory in effect until 10 p.m. for the Greater Lake Tahoe Area. The NWS Reno NV says to prepare for, Snow accumulations of 4 to 12 inches above 7000 feet. Below 7000 feet, snow accumulations of 2 to 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. Wave heights on Lake Tahoe up to 2 feet. Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes."
"Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to capsizing and should remain off lake waters until conditions improve, the NWS said. 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. Consider postponing boating activities on the lake until a day with less wind."
"Winter driving guide: Tips from the NWS for safe and sound travels Winter weather can make driving treacherous, leading to over 6,000 weather-related vehicle fatalities and over 480,000 injuries each year. When traveling during snow or freezing rain, prioritize safety by slowing down. In near-freezing temperatures, it's safest to assume that icy conditions exist on roadways and adjust your driving accordingly."
A winter weather advisory is in effect for the Greater Lake Tahoe Area until 10 p.m., with 4 to 12 inches of snow expected above 7,000 feet and 2 to 6 inches below 7,000 feet. Winds may gust up to 35 mph and Lake Tahoe waves could reach 2 feet, creating very difficult travel conditions and impacting morning and evening commutes. Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards face capsizing risk and should remain off lake waters until conditions improve. Motorists should slow down, assume icy roadways near freezing temperatures, avoid routes with many trees or power lines, and carry emergency winter supplies.
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