Lake Wind Advisory for Greater Lake Tahoe Area; Greater Lake Tahoe Area
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What you need to know
- Applies to
- Greater Lake Tahoe Area, Greater Lake Tahoe Area
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- Moderate
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What is happening
What: Southwest winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph and waves 1 to 3 feet, highest from mid-lake to eastern shores. Impacts: Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous conditions for small craft. Where: Greater Lake Tahoe Area. When: From 9 AM to 4 PM PST Tuesday.
What the bulletin says to do
Check lake conditions before heading out and be prepared for a sudden increase in winds and wave heights. Consider postponing boating activities on the lake until a day with less wind.
Full official description
Bulletin details
* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph and waves 1 to 3 feet, highest from mid-lake to eastern shores. * WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area. * WHEN...From 9 AM to 4 PM PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous conditions for small craft.
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- Alert
Lake Wind Advisory issued November 2 at 10:04AM PST until November 3 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Reno NV
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Source and limitations
Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Reno NV. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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