...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THURSDAY TO 4 AM PST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. Wind prone areas could see gusts exceed 80 mph. * WHERE...In California, Surprise Valley California. In Nevada, Northern Washoe County and Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area. * WHEN...From 7 AM Thursday to 4 AM PST Friday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio furniture, holiday decorations, and trash cans before winds increase which could blow these items away. The best thing to do is prepare ahead of time by making sure you have extra food and water on hand, flashlights with spare batteries and/or candles in the event of a power outage. &&
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING... * WHAT...Heavy snow likely. Snow accumulations up to 8 inches for valley floors in Reno, Carson City, and Carson Valley with 1 to 2 feet for Virginia City, the Virginia Highlands, and foothills above 5000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 70 mph. * WHERE...Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area. * WHEN...From Thursday evening through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible due to heavy snow and whiteout conditions. Strong winds could cause damage to trees and power lines. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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. &&
