[CVRC] High Wind WARNING for Carson City, NV

[Dick Flanagan]

High Wind Warning

Statement as of 3:36 PM PDT on April 01, 2010

...High Wind Warning in effect from noon to 8 PM PDT Friday...

The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a High Wind
Warning...which is in effect from noon to 8 PM PDT Friday.

* Winds: southwest to west winds 10 to 20 mph in the morning
   increasing to 20 to 35 mph with gusts 60 to 70 mph in the
   afternoon...mainly in the foothills and near the Highway 395
   corridor.

* Impacts: unsecured outdoor items such as deck furniture and
   garbage cans should be tied down or moved indoors. In the High
   Wind Warning area...damage to trees...power lines...and
   property is possible. Motorists should use extra caution and
   remain alert for sudden gusts or cross winds.

Precautionary/preparedness actions...

Damage to trees...power lines and property is possible with winds
of this magnitude. Driving will become hazardous for high profile
vehicles. Use extra caution and remain alert for sudden gusts or
cross winds.