Winter Storm Warning

Full Alert Message

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Las Vegas NV 418 AM PDT Wed May 15 2019 CAZ519-152330- /O.CON.KVEF.WS.W.0007.190516T0700Z-190517T1300Z/ Eastern Sierra Slopes- Including Aspendell and Whitney Portal 418 AM PDT Wed May 15 2019 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 6 AM PDT FRIDAY... * WHAT...Snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches above 7000 feet and 5 to 12 inches above 9000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Eastern Sierra Slopes. * WHEN...From midnight Wednesday night to 6 AM PDT Friday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage. Anyone planning outdoor recreation in the Sierra this week should stay tuned to the forecast and consider rescheduling their plans. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. &&