Headline:
Lake Wind Advisory issued April 19 at 12:07PM PDT until April 20 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS Reno NV
Event:
Lake Wind Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 19, 2026 - 12:07pm
Expires:
April 20, 2026 - 10:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Southwest winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph on
northeast California and eastern Sierra lakes, including Lake
Tahoe where wave heights of 1 to 3 feet are expected.
* WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area, Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern
Sierra Counties, and Mono County.
* WHEN...From 11 AM to 10 PM PDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to
capsizing and should remain off lake waters until conditions
improve.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Impacted lakes include Eagle Lake, Lake
Davis, Frenchman Lake, Stampede and Boca reservoirs, Donner Lake,
Lake Tahoe, Bridgeport Reservoir, Mono Lake, and Crowley Lake.
Instruction:
Check lake conditions before heading out and be prepared for a
sudden increase in winds and wave heights. Consider postponing
boating activities on the lake until a day with less wind.
Area Description:
Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties; Greater Lake Tahoe Area; Mono; Greater Lake Tahoe Area
Forcast Office:
NWS Reno NV
Sender: