"On Tuesday at 4:14 p.m. a winter storm warning was released by the National Weather Service valid from 10 p.m. until Friday Dec. 26, at 10 a.m. for the Greater Lake Tahoe Area. Snow accumulations between 1 to 2 feet for Lake Tahoe communities with 3 to 5 feet above 7,000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 100 mph along the highest ridges and up to 50 mph in the lower elevations and on Lake Tahoe, can be expected according to the NWS Reno NV."
"Snow levels will start at 7000 to 8000 feet Tuesday night then lower below 6500 feet Wednesday evening. Heavy rain below 7000 feet Tuesday night and Wednesday could lead to ponding of water on roads and minor flood impacts. Travel and outdoor recreation could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact commutes Wednesday and Christmas Day. Very strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines, according to the NWS."
A winter storm warning covers Greater Lake Tahoe from 10 p.m. Tuesday through 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 26. Forecasts predict 1–2 feet of snow in lake communities and 3–5 feet above 7,000 feet, with winds gusting up to 100 mph on ridges and 50 mph at lower elevations and on Lake Tahoe. Snow levels will fall from 7,000–8,000 feet to below 6,500 feet Wednesday evening. Heavy rain below 7,000 feet may cause road ponding and minor flooding. Travel and outdoor recreation may be very difficult to impossible; strong winds could damage trees and power lines. Road conditions are available by calling 511; TahoeAlerts and county shelter resources can assist those seeking shelter.
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