Headline:
Lake Wind Advisory issued May 16 at 12:52PM PDT until May 17 at 11:00AM PDT by NWS Reno NV
Event:
Lake Wind Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 16, 2026 - 12:52pm
Expires:
May 17, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Lake Wind Advisory for Walker Lake, north winds 20
to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph. For the Wind Advisory, north
winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.
* WHERE...Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties.
* WHEN...For the Lake Wind Advisory, until 11 AM PDT Sunday. For the
Wind Advisory, from 11 AM to 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.
Blowing dust downwind of desert sinks may reduce visibilities.
Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to capsizing
and should remain off lake waters until conditions improve.
Instruction:
Now is the time to secure loose outdoor items such as patio
furniture and trash cans before winds increase which could blow
these items away. The best thing to do is prepare ahead of time by
making sure you have extra food and water on hand, flashlights with
spare batteries and/or candles in the event of a power outage.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
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:
Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties
Forcast Office:
NWS Reno NV
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