California, Nevada High Wind Warning | Effective 05/16/2026 10:30

Headline: 
High Wind Warning issued May 16 at 10:30AM PDT until May 18 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV
Event: 
High Wind Warning
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 16, 2026 - 10:30am
Expires: 
May 17, 2026 - 4:00am
Description: 
* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts between 50 and 60 mph. A few gusts to 70 mph are possible. * WHERE...White and Inyo Mountains, Eastern Sierra Slopes, Death Valley National Park, Owens Valley South, Owens Valley North, and Esmeralda and Central Nye County. * WHEN...From 11 AM Sunday to 5 AM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles.
Instruction: 
Watch for falling debris, tree limbs and downed power lines or poles. Use extra caution if you must drive.
Area Description: 
Eastern Sierra Slopes of Inyo County; White Mountains of Inyo County; Death Valley National Park; Owens Valley South; Owens Valley North; Esmeralda and Central Nye County
Forcast Office: 
NWS Las Vegas NV