Blizzard Warning for Greater Lake Tahoe Area, California

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National Weather Service
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Posted 7 hours ago
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST FRIDAY...

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO
7 AM PST THURSDAY ABOVE 7000 FEET...

* CHANGES...Increased snow amounts for elevations above 7000 feet.

* WHAT...Very heavy snow accumulations of 3 to 6 feet above 7000
feet with blizzard conditions expected, especially tonight into
Thursday morning. An Avalanche Warning is also in effect from
tonight through Friday morning. Between 6000 and 7000 feet, 1
to 3 feet is expected through Thursday night. Winds gusting 90
mph to as high as 130 mph for ridge tops.
Some locations below 7000 feet could see significant periods of
rain. This could lead to localized flooding issues where
culverts are blocked by snow.

* WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 4 AM PST Friday.
For the Blizzard Warning, from 7 PM Wednesday to 7 AM PST
Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult to
impossible with periods of road closures expected. Winds along
with heavy, wet snow could cause areas of tree damage.
Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for
many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry
an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay
home, have a backup plan in case of power outages.
This is a life threatening situation, especially in the higher
elevations. Road crews and first responders may not be able to
rescue you. Stay indoors until the snow and wind subside. Even a
short walk could be deadly if you become disoriented.
The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
ready.gov

Tips from ready.gov



Before:

  • Before winter approaches, add the following supplies to your emergency kit:

    • Rock salt or more environmentally safe products to melt ice on walkways. Visit the Environmental Protection Agency
      for a complete list of recommended products.

    • Sand to improve traction.

    • Snow shovels and other snow removal equipment.

    • Sufficient heating fuel. You may become isolated in your home and regular fuel sources may be cut off. Store a good supply of dry, seasoned wood for your fireplace or wood-burning stove.

    • Adequate clothing and blankets to keep you warm.

  • More:

  • What to do before winter storms and extreme cold.


During:

  • Avoid overexertion when shoveling snow. Overexertion can bring on a heart attack - a major cause of death in the winter. If you must shovel snow, stretch before going outside.

  • Keep dry. Change wet clothing frequently to prevent a loss of body heat. Wet clothing loses all of its insulating value and transmits heat rapidly.

  • Watch for signs of frostbite. These include loss of feeling and white or pale appearance in extremities such as fingers, toes, ear lobes, and the tip of the nose. If symptoms are detected, get medical help immediately.

  • Conserve fuel, if necessary, by keeping your residence cooler than normal. Temporarily close off heat to some rooms.

  • More:

  • What to do during winter storms and extreme cold.
weather.gov

What is a Blizzard Warning?

Warning
Watch
Issued for winter storms with sustained or frequent winds of 35 mph or higher with considerable falling and/or blowing snow that frequently reduces visibility to 1/4 of a mile or less. These conditions are expected to prevail for a minimum of 3 hours.

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