Fire Weather Watch Issued for Greater Lake Tahoe Area
A fire weather watch has been issued for the Greater Lake Tahoe Area, including surrounding counties, due to the possibility of thunderstorms and strong winds. The watch is in effect for Thursday, August 13, from early morning through evening.
Key takeaways
- A fire weather watch has been issued for the Greater Lake Tahoe Area and surrounding counties.
- The watch is active on Thursday, August 13, from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Thunderstorms and strong outflow winds are the primary concerns.
- Critical fire weather conditions are possible, with potential for red flag warnings.
What Happened
The National Weather Service issued a fire weather watch for the Greater Lake Tahoe Area and surrounding regions, including Surprise Valley California, Western Lassen, Eastern Plumas, Eastern Sierra counties, Eastern Lassen County, and Northern Washoe County. The alert was issued on Tuesday at 10:19 a.m. and is valid for Thursday, August 13, from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m.
The National Weather Service in Reno specifically cited the potential for thunderstorms and strong outflow winds as the reason for the watch. A fire weather watch indicates that critical fire weather conditions may occur, and the public is advised to monitor future forecasts for potential red flag warnings.
Key Facts
- A fire weather watch was issued on Tuesday at 10:19 a.m. for the Greater Lake Tahoe and Truckee Area.
- The watch includes Surprise Valley California, Western Lassen, Eastern Plumas, Eastern Sierra counties, Eastern Lassen County, and Northern Washoe County.
- The alert is in effect for Thursday, August 13, between 5 a.m. and 9 p.m.
- The National Weather Service in Reno issued the watch due to anticipated thunderstorms and strong outflow winds.
- A fire weather watch signifies the possibility of critical fire weather conditions.
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