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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Las Vegas NV
930 AM PDT Tue Mar 11 2025

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/O.UPG.KVEF.WS.A.0004.250312T1200Z-250314T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KVEF.WS.W.0005.250312T1800Z-250314T0600Z/
Eastern Sierra Slopes-
Including the cities of Aspendell and Whitney Portal
930 AM PDT Tue Mar 11 2025

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM WEDNESDAY TO 11 PM PDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 1 and
  2 feet above 8000 feet and near the Sierra Crest. 6 to 12 inches
  possible above 6000 feet. Winds could gust as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Sierra Slopes.

* WHEN...From 11 AM Wednesday to 11 PM PDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and
  blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Very
  strong winds could cause tree damage and power outages.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. Call 1-800-427-7623 for road
information.

&&

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CAZ521-120500-
/O.UPG.KVEF.WS.A.0004.250312T1200Z-250314T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KVEF.WS.W.0005.250312T1800Z-250314T0600Z/
White Mountains of Inyo County-
Including the cities of Bristlecone Pine and Westgard Pass
930 AM PDT Tue Mar 11 2025

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM WEDNESDAY TO 11 PM PDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 6 and
  10 inches possible above 6000 feet. Winds could gust as high as 55
  mph.

* WHERE...White and Inyo Mountains.

* WHEN...From 11 AM Wednesday to 11 PM PDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
  likely become slick and hazardous. Westgard Pass will experience
  snowpacked and icy conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. Call 1-800-427-7623 for road
information.

&&

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NVZ014-015-120500-
/O.CON.KVEF.WS.A.0004.250313T0000Z-250314T0600Z/
Esmeralda and Central Nye County-Lincoln County-
Including the cities of Goldfield, Panaca, Dyer, Pioche, Beatty,
Hiko, Caliente, Silver Peak, Alamo, and Rachel
930 AM PDT Tue Mar 11 2025

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING ABOVE 5500 FEET...

* WHAT...Heavy snow possible above 5500 feet. Total snow
  accumulations between 3 and 8 inches possible. Winds could gust as
  high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Esmeralda and Central Nye County and Lincoln County.

* WHEN...From Wednesday afternoon through Thursday evening.

* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
  likely become slick and hazardous. Visibilities may drop below 1/4
  mile due to falling and blowing snow. Goldfield Summit...Lida
  Summit...Oak Springs Summit...and Highway 319 east of Panaca will
  be impacted.

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.

&&

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NVZ018-019-120500-
/O.CON.KVEF.WS.A.0004.250313T0600Z-250314T0600Z/
Sheep Range-Spring Mountains-Red Rock Canyon-
Including the cities of Red Rock Canyon, Mt Charleston, and
Hayford Pk
930 AM PDT Tue Mar 11 2025

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY EVENING
THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 12
  inches above 7000 feet. Accumulations of 3 to 5 inches are
  possible above 5000 feet. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Sheep Range and Spring Mountains-Red Rock Canyon.

* WHEN...From Wednesday evening through Thursday evening.

* IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and
  blowing snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely
necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter
storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains,
booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing.
Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help
you survive in case you become stranded.

&&

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