Forecasters at the National Weather Service office in Reno have issued a Special Weather Statement, warning of winter weather and travel impacts likely across the Sierra and western Nevada from Wednesday through Friday.
“With it being a busy holiday travel period,” warns NOAA, “the anticipated weather could bring significant impacts to travel in the Sierra. It is best to have a winter travel kit and plan for potentially long delays Wednesday through Friday.”
On Wednesday the first of two storms will bring a period of rain and snow to the region. Heaviest rain and snow could move through the region late Wednesday afternoon and evening.
The best advice, according to the weather folks, is to travel over the Sierra passes Wednesday morning or early Wednesday afternoon.
Thursday Night and Friday a stronger storm is possible with high winds impacting travel across western Nevada. Periods of heavy rain and snow are possible for the northern Sierra, including the Tahoe Basin and Carson Pass.
Have an alternate set of travel plans, if possible consider delaying travel until Saturday.
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