Fire Weather Conditions Persist in the Southern Plains; Heavy Rain and Mountain Snow in the Pacific Northwest

A Pacific system will continue to bring moderate to heavy low elevation rain from northern California to western Washington, and heavy snow to the Cascades and Intermountain West over the next several days. Elevated to critical fire weather conditions will persist across the southern Rockies and Southern Plains through Wednesday as gusty winds and dry conditions continue across the region. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Wed, Feb 25, 2026 at 12:24:11 am PST

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A Wind Advisory is in effect for the Sierra Front, Tahoe Basin and Mono County through 7 PM this evening for wind gusts of 35-50 mph expected on Sierra and far western Nevada valleys with gusts up to 65 mph along wind-prone locations. Wave heights of 2-5 feet are likely at Lake Tahoe. Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to capsizing in the lake. Difficult travel conditions are expected for vehicles, especially for high profile vehicles. Watch out for bumpy flights and turbulence with air travel today.

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Fire Weather Conditions Persist in the Southern Plains; Heavy Rain and Mountain Snow in the Pacific Northwest

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