Winter Storm Warning until 11:00AM Sunday
* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 1-5 inches in the valleys and areas below 6000 feet. Above 6000 feet, expect 6 to 18 inches of snow, with localized heavier amounts. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph in the highest terrain.
* WHERE...Northern Elko County and Ruby Mountains and East Humboldt Range.
* WHEN...From Thursday evening through Sunday morning.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
* AFFECTED AREAS: NORTHERN ELKO COUNTY ... RUBY MOUNTAINS AND EAST HUMBOLDT RANGE
Instructions:
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. A winter storm warning means significant amounts of snow, sleet, and ice are expected or occurring. Strong winds are also possible. This will make travel very hazardous or impossible. For the latest road conditions call 511 or visit http://www.nvroads.com.
Address/Location
Shoshone Paiute Tribal Emergency Response Commission
1935 Fire Lane
Owyhee, NV 89832
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 775-757-2473
Alert Details
- Severity:
- Severe - Significant threat to life or property
- Urgency:
- Expected - Responsive action SHOULD be taken soon (within next hour)
- Certainty:
- Likely (p > ~50%)
- Category:
- Meteorological (inc. flood)
- Event:
- Winter Storm Warning