Headline:
High Wind Watch issued April 19 at 10:52AM PDT until April 21 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV
Event:
High Wind Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
April 19, 2026 - 10:52am
Expires:
April 20, 2026 - 5:00am
Description:
* WHAT...South winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible.
* WHERE...Esmeralda and Central Nye County.
* WHEN...From Tuesday morning through Tuesday evening.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult,
especially for high-profile vehicles. Areas of blowing dust are
likely near dry lake beds.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds will impact travelers on US-95
between Beatty and Tonopah and Highway 264 through Fish Lake
Valley.
Instruction:
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
Area Description:
Esmeralda and Central Nye County
Forcast Office:
NWS Las Vegas NV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov