"The NWS Reno NV adds to expect, Snow accumulations of 1 to 3 feet above 7000 feet with 4 to 10 inches at lake level. Ridgetop winds gusting to over 100 mph at times. Wind gusts of 40 mph and wave heights of 1 to 3 feet on Lake Tahoe. Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions will impact weekend travel in and across the Sierra."
"If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. TahoeAlerts offers a one-stop alert notification registration for residents and visitors throughout the Tahoe region. To receive alerts, visit the TahoeAlerts website. Where to find winter weather shelters in your county: Winter weather shelters in Santa Clara County: San Jose operates the Overnight Warming Location program."
A winter storm warning is in effect for the Greater Lake Tahoe Area from Saturday midnight until Monday, Jan. 5, at 10 a.m. Snow accumulations of 1 to 3 feet are expected above 7,000 feet, with 4 to 10 inches at lake level. Ridgetop winds may gust over 100 mph and valley wind gusts up to 40 mph, with Lake Tahoe waves of 1 to 3 feet. Travel could be very difficult to impossible and hazardous conditions will impact weekend travel across the Sierra. Strong winds could damage trees and power lines. Carry an extra flashlight, food, and water; call 511 for road conditions. TahoeAlerts provides regional alert registration. County shelter locations and programs are available in Santa Clara, Alameda, San Mateo, Contra Costa, and Solano counties.
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