Headline:
Lake Wind Advisory issued April 20 at 12:24AM PDT until April 20 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS Reno NV
Event:
Lake Wind Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 20, 2026 - 12:24am
Expires:
April 20, 2026 - 10:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.
* WHERE...Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area and Mineral and
Southern Lyon Counties. Impacted lakes include Washoe and Walker
lakes.
* WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 10 PM PDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to
capsizing and should remain off lake waters until conditions
improve.
Instruction:
Check lake conditions before heading out and be prepared for a
sudden increase in winds and wave heights. Consider postponing
boating activities on the lake until a day with less wind.
Area Description:
Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties; Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area
Forcast Office:
NWS Reno NV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov