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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Hanford CA
936 PM PDT Sat Apr 11 2026

CAZ323-326>328-330-331-121300-
/O.CON.KHNX.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-260413T0600Z/
Yosemite NP outside of the valley-Upper San Joaquin River-Kaiser
to Rodgers Ridge-Kings Canyon NP-Sequoia NP-South End of the
Upper Sierra-
Including the cities of Shaver Lake, Florence Lake, Wawona, Lake
Thomas Edison, Huntington Lake, Tuolumne Meadows, Cedar Grove,
Lodgepole, Johnsondale, Giant Forest, Lake Wishon, and Devils
Postpile
936 PM PDT Sat Apr 11 2026

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM PDT SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Low-end storm total of 10 inches and
  high-end total of 30 inches expected in Madera and Mariposa
  Counties and Yosemite National Park above 7,000 ft. Winds gusting
  to 55 mph or higher.

* WHERE...A portion of central California.

* WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and
  blowing snow. Whiteout conditions are expected and will make
  travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely
necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden
changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the
motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your
destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially
cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is
winterized and in good working order.

&&

$$

EW

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
1215 PM PDT Sat Apr 11 2026

CAZ072-NVZ002-130000-
/O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0003.260411T2100Z-260413T0600Z/
Greater Lake Tahoe Area-Greater Lake Tahoe Area-
Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Incline
Village, Markleeville, Stateline, Glenbrook, and Tahoe City
1215 PM PDT Sat Apr 11 2026

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON
TO 11 PM PDT SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Snow accumulations between 6 to 10 inches for
  communities surrounding Lake Tahoe and up to 7000 feet, and 12 to
  25 inches above 7000 feet and for Sierra passes. Winds gusting as
  high as 90 mph along the Sierra crest and 20-45 mph for
  communities surrounding Lake Tahoe. Wave heights for Lake Tahoe
  from 1 to 3 feet.

* WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area.

* WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 11 PM PDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible, especially
  for the Saturday evening and Sunday morning commutes. 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.

&&

$$

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
1215 PM PDT Sat Apr 11 2026

CAZ073-130000-
/O.CON.KREV.WS.W.0003.260411T2100Z-260413T0600Z/
Mono County-
Including the cities of Coleville, Bridgeport, Lee Vining, and
Mammoth Lakes
1215 PM PDT Sat Apr 11 2026

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON
TO 11 PM PDT SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Snow accumulations between 2 to 8 inches below
  8000 feet, 6 to 12 inches above 8000 feet, and locally up to 24
  inches across higher terrain along the Sierra crest. Winds peak
  along the crest gusting as high as 80 mph and up to 45 to 55 mph
  along Highway 395.

* WHERE...Mono County.

* WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 11 PM PDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. 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.

&&

$$

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Sacramento CA
914 AM PDT Sat Apr 11 2026

CAZ068-069-122000-
/O.CON.KSTO.WS.W.0003.000000T0000Z-260413T0600Z/
Western Plumas County/Lassen Park-West Slope Northern Sierra
Nevada-
Including the cities of Chester, Blue Canyon, and Quincy
914 AM PDT Sat Apr 11 2026

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM PDT SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 1 to 2 feet
  above 4500 feet, with up to 3 to 4 feet at the highest peaks.
  Minor snowfall accumulations of 2 to 4 inches down to 4000 feet.
  Wind gusts as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada and Western Plumas
  County/Lassen Park Counties.

* WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The
  hazardous conditions could impact weekend mountain travel.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels lower to 6000-7000 feet today,
  then to around 4000-5000 ft Sunday. Heavy snowfall rates of 1-2
  inch per hour, with the heaviest snowfall this afternoon through
  Sunday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Check the latest road conditions from Caltrans online at
quickmap.dot.ca.gov or dial 5 1 1.

&&

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For more information, visit us at www.weather.gov/sto/

JS


Winter Weather Advisory


URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
1215 PM PDT Sat Apr 11 2026

CAZ071-130000-
/O.CON.KREV.WW.Y.0007.260411T2100Z-260413T0600Z/
Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties-
Including the cities of Sierraville, Susanville, Westwood,
Portola, and Loyalton
1215 PM PDT Sat Apr 11 2026

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO 11 PM PDT SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Snow accumulations up to 6 inches below 6500 feet, 6
  to 12 inches above 6500 feet, and up to 24 inches above 7000 feet
  in eastern Sierra County. Peak winds could gust as high as 35 to
  45 mph Saturday afternoon and evening.

* WHERE...Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties.

* WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 11 PM PDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions, especially for the
  Saturday evening and Sunday morning commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

HC

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Las Vegas NV
1011 AM PDT Sat Apr 11 2026

CAZ519-121200-
/O.CON.KVEF.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-260413T0600Z/
Eastern Sierra Slopes-
Including the cities of Whitney Portal and Aspendell
1011 AM PDT Sat Apr 11 2026

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM PDT
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and strong winds will make for hazardous conditions in
  the Eastern Sierra. Snow accumulations of 3 to 7 inches between
  8,000 and 9,500 feet expected. Snow accumulations of 8 to 12
  inches above 9,500 feet, with locally higher totals exceeding 1
  foot possible along the ridgeline. Winds may gust as high as 60
  mph, resulting in blowing and drifting snow.

* WHERE...Eastern Sierra Slopes.

* WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
  likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult.
  Strong winds could cause tree damage.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A break in snow is expected today before snow
  moves back in late this evening and overnight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. Call 1-800-427-7623 for
road information.

Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while
driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken
on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and
slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/lasvegas

STESSMAN


Wind Advisory


URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Elko NV
Issued by National Weather Service Reno NV
127 AM PDT Sun Apr 12 2026

NVZ035-121630-
/O.CON.KLKN.WI.Y.0009.260412T1400Z-260413T0000Z/
White Pine County-
Including the cities of Lund, Ely, Ely Airport, Ruth, McGill,
Preston, and Cherry Creek
127 AM PDT Sun Apr 12 2026

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 5 PM
PDT THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts around 45-55 mph
  expected east of US-93 with the strongest gusts at high passes and
  summits.

* WHERE...White Pine County County.

* WHEN...From 7 AM this morning to 5 PM PDT this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

86

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
951 PM MDT Sat Apr 11 2026

UTZ102-118-126>128-121800-
/O.EXB.KSLC.WI.Y.0007.260412T1600Z-260413T0200Z/
Tooele and Rush Valleys-Sanpete Valley-Upper Sevier River Valleys-
Bryce Canyon Country-South Central Utah-
Including the following locations - Vernon, Kanab, Tooele,
Circleville, Escalante, Manti, Mt Pleasant, Panguitch,
Grantsville, Ephraim, Bryce Canyon City, and Koosharem
951 PM MDT Sat Apr 11 2026

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 8 PM MDT SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph
  expected.

* WHERE...Sanpete Valley, Tooele and Rush Valleys, Bryce Canyon
  Country, South Central Utah, and Upper Sevier River Valleys.

* WHEN...From 10 AM to 8 PM MDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and a few
  power outages may result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles and vehicles with trailers. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
951 PM MDT Sat Apr 11 2026

UTZ115-116-119-120-122-121800-
/O.EXT.KSLC.WI.Y.0007.260412T1600Z-260413T0200Z/
Western Millard and Juab Counties-Eastern Juab/Millard Counties-
Sevier Valley-Castle Country-Southwest Utah-
Including the following locations - Fillmore, Scipio, Emery,
Nephi, Salina, Richfield, Cedar City, Delta, Little Sahara,
Milford, Beaver, Castle Dale, and Price
951 PM MDT Sat Apr 11 2026

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 8 PM MDT SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph
  expected.

* WHERE...Castle Country, Eastern Juab/Millard Counties, Sevier
  Valley, Western Millard and Juab Counties, and Southwest Utah.

* WHEN...From 10 AM to 8 PM MDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and a few
  power outages may result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles and vehicles with trailers. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/saltlakecity.

For information on potential travel impacts visit
http://udottraffic.utah.gov

STW

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Las Vegas NV
623 PM PDT Sat Apr 11 2026

CAZ520-522-121330-
/O.CON.KVEF.WI.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-260413T0600Z/
Owens Valley-Death Valley National Park-
Including the cities of Shoshone, Furnace Creek, Lone Pine,
Bishop, Olancha, Stovepipe Wells, and Independence
623 PM PDT Sat Apr 11 2026

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM PDT SUNDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Death Valley National Park and Owens Valley.

* WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for
high-profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Las Vegas NV
623 PM PDT Sat Apr 11 2026

NVZ015>020-022-121330-
/O.CON.KVEF.WI.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-260413T0600Z/
Lincoln County-Northeast Clark County-Western Clark and Southern
Nye County-Sheep Range-Spring Mountains-Red Rock Canyon-Las Vegas
Valley-Southern Clark County-
Including the cities of Panaca, Primm, Searchlight, Desert Rock,
Indian Springs, Hayford Pk, North Las Vegas, Alamo, Pioche,
Boulder City, Amargosa Valley, Cal-Nev-Ari, Red Rock Canyon,
Caliente, Moapa, Mt Charleston, Rachel, Las Vegas, Pahrump,
Henderson, Overton, Hiko, and Mesquite
623 PM PDT Sat Apr 11 2026

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM PDT SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Lincoln County, Las Vegas Valley, Northeast Clark County,
  Sheep Range, Southern Clark County, Spring Mountains-Red Rock
  Canyon, and Western Clark and Southern Nye County.

* WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for
high-profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
1051 AM PDT Sat Apr 11 2026

NVZ001-120900-
/O.NEW.KREV.WI.Y.0005.260411T2100Z-260412T0900Z/
Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties-
Including the cities of Hawthorne, Schurz, Yerington, Mina, and
Smith Valley
1051 AM PDT Sat Apr 11 2026

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 2 AM PDT
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...South to southwest winds 15 to 30 mph with gusts of 40 to
  50 mph with wind prone areas along Highway 95 gusting to 50 to 60
  mph.

* WHERE...Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties.

* WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 2 AM PDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
  Difficult driving conditions for high-profile vehicles along
  Highway 95 near Walker Lake.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The main area of concern will be from
  Hawthorne to Schurz along Highway 95 near Walker Lake. The
  strongest winds will be from 5 PM to 10 PM.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

HC

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