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In effect from Tuesday 07/21 3:40 PM PDT – Tuesday 07/21 11:00 PM PDT

Issued by NWS Reno NV

What

Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible due to thunderstorms.

Where

Portions of east central California, including the following areas, Greater Lake Tahoe Area and Mono County and western Nevada, including the following areas, Greater Lake Tahoe Area, Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area and Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties.

When

Until 11 PM PDT this evening.

Impacts

Excessive runoff may result in flooding of creeks, streams, urban areas, burn scars, and areas near steep terrain.

Additional Details

- Deeper monsoonal moisture combined with daytime heating will produce scattered thunderstorms this afternoon and evening. Slower moving storms could redevelop over similar areas, increasing the risk for heavy rainfall capable of producing flash flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

What to Do

You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.


Areas Impacted

  • Greater Lake Tahoe Area
  • Mono
  • Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties
  • Greater Lake Tahoe Area
  • Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area

Tips to Stay Safe

A Flood Watch means the area may experience a dangerous flooding event, and being prepared may save lives and property. 

  • Be aware of low-lying areas along your travel routes that are most likely to flood. 
  • Check your home’s emergency supplies, and make sure all members of the household know your emergency plan
  • Stay tuned for local weather updates on the situation as it develops.

If a Flood Warning is issued, it means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening. 

  • Never walk, swim, or drive through flood waters or flooded roads. 
  • Stay away from areas where water levels can rise rapidly, like storm drains, culverts, creeks and streams. 

If your home is likely to flood, or if authorities tell you to evacuate, do so immediately and move to higher ground. 

In effect from Tuesday 07/21 3:40 PM PDT – Tuesday 07/21 11:00 PM PDT

Issued by NWS Reno NV

What

Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible due to thunderstorms.

Where

A portion of west central Nevada, including the following area, Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake.

When

Until 11 PM PDT this evening.

Impacts

Excessive runoff may result in flooding of creeks, streams, urban areas, burn scars, and areas near steep terrain.

Additional Details

- Deeper monsoonal moisture combined with daytime heating will produce scattered thunderstorms this afternoon and evening. Slower moving storms could redevelop over similar areas, increasing the risk for heavy rainfall capable of producing flash flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

What to Do

You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.


Areas Impacted

  • Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake

Tips to Stay Safe

A Flood Watch means the area may experience a dangerous flooding event, and being prepared may save lives and property. 

  • Be aware of low-lying areas along your travel routes that are most likely to flood. 
  • Check your home’s emergency supplies, and make sure all members of the household know your emergency plan
  • Stay tuned for local weather updates on the situation as it develops.

If a Flood Warning is issued, it means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening. 

  • Never walk, swim, or drive through flood waters or flooded roads. 
  • Stay away from areas where water levels can rise rapidly, like storm drains, culverts, creeks and streams. 

If your home is likely to flood, or if authorities tell you to evacuate, do so immediately and move to higher ground. 

In effect from Tuesday 07/21 3:22 PM PDT – Tuesday 07/21 5:15 PM PDT

Issued by NWS Reno NV

At 319 PM PDT, strong thunderstorms are ongoing across western Nevada and portions of the eastern Sierra, increasing coverage northward throughout the afternoon.

HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and half inch hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible.

Locations impacted include... Reno, Carson City, South Lake Tahoe, Fallon, Lovelock, Tahoe City, Kings Beach, Gardnerville, Virginia City, Boca Reservoir, Twin Lakes, Lahontan Reservoir, Incline Village, Alpine Meadows, Olympic Valley, Stampede Reservoir, Bodie, Benton, Bridgeport, and Prosser Creek Reservoir.

What to Do

If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.


Areas Impacted

  • Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties
  • Greater Lake Tahoe Area
  • Mono
  • Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties
  • Greater Lake Tahoe Area
  • Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area
  • Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake

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From the Forecaster

Thunderstorm Outlook Today

Created by the NWS Reno WFO

Thunderstorms will develop in Mono county today before progressing northward. Slower storm motions and heavy rain will result in flooding being the greatest threat today. Remember, never drive through flooded roadways!

Table on the right side of the graphic with check marks of various colors highlighting the threat by location. Moderate risk for flooding for the Reno-Carson City-Minden area, the Tahoe Basin, and Mono county. Moderate risk for lightning areawide, otherwise minor risk of lightning far northern Washoe county and the Surprise Valley. Minor risk for hail areawide.

Seven-day Weather Risk Overview

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