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Winter Storm Warning


URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
657 AM PDT Fri Mar 31 2023

ORZ027>031-010000-
/O.CON.KMFR.WS.W.0015.230401T0600Z-230403T0600Z/
South Central Oregon Cascades-
Siskiyou Mountains and Southern Oregon Cascades-Klamath Basin-
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
Central and Eastern Lake County-
Including the cities of Crescent Lake, Diamond Lake, and Chemult
657 AM PDT Fri Mar 31 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING
TO 11 PM PDT SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 12 to
  30 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...South Central Oregon Cascades and Siskiyou Mountains
  and Southern Oregon Cascades, including Diamond Lake and Union
  Creek. This includes portions of Highways 62, 230, 138, and
  the Crater Lake area.

* WHEN...From 11 PM Friday to 11 PM PDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Gusty
  winds could bring down tree branches. Occasional whiteout
  conditions are possible.

* View the hazard area in detail at
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

* Travel is strongly discouraged because of dangerous conditions.

* If you must travel, keep tire chains, a flashlight, blankets,
  food, water, medications, and a fully charged phone with you.

* The safest place during a winter storm is indoors.

* A Winter Storm Warning means that severe winter weather is
  likely and poses a threat to life and property. Take
  protective action now.

&&

$$

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
657 AM PDT Fri Mar 31 2023

CAZ080-010000-
/O.CON.KMFR.WS.W.0015.230401T0600Z-230403T0600Z/
Western Siskiyou County-
657 AM PDT Fri Mar 31 2023

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING
TO 11 PM PDT SUNDAY ABOVE 2500 FEET...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected above 2500 feet. Total snow
  accumulations 6 to 18 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Western Siskiyou County above 2500 feet elevation.

* WHEN...From 11 PM Friday to 11 PM PDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Gusty
  winds could bring down tree branches.

* View the hazard area in detail at
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

* Travel is strongly discouraged because of dangerous conditions.

* If you must travel, keep tire chains, a flashlight, blankets,
  food, water, medications, and a fully charged phone with you.

* The safest place during a winter storm is indoors.

* A Winter Storm Warning means that severe winter weather is
  likely and poses a threat to life and property. Take
  protective action now.

&&

$$

Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford


Flood Warning


Flood Statement
National Weather Service Sacramento CA
208 PM PDT Fri Mar 31 2023

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in
California...

  San Joaquin River Near Vernalis affecting San Joaquin County.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.

Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive
cars through flooded areas.

Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks.

For more hydrologic information and stage definitions refer to the
following web site: wrh.noaa.gov/sto/hydro_data.php

The next statement will be issued Saturday afternoon at 215 PM PDT.

&&

CAC077-012115-
/O.CON.KSTO.FL.W.0016.000000T0000Z-000000T0000Z/
/VNSC1.1.ER.230317T1406Z.230319T1900Z.000000T0000Z.NO/
208 PM PDT Fri Mar 31 2023

...FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE...

* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.

* WHERE...San Joaquin River near Vernalis.

* WHEN...Until further notice.

* IMPACTS...At 21.0 feet, Seepage begins into crop area outside of
  levees.
  At 26.0 feet, Severe seepage occurs outside the levees. The area
  covered by seepage will increase as the river stage rises.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
  - At 1:45 PM PDT Friday the stage was 29.2 feet.
  - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours
    ending at 1:45 PM PDT Friday was 29.3 feet.
  - Forecast...The river is expected to remain steady above flood
    stage at 29.2 feet.
  - Flood stage is 29.0 feet.
  - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of
    29.3 feet on 04/13/2006.
  - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

&&

LAT...LON 3772 12141 3777 12123 3765 12109 3756 12127


$$

Flood Statement
National Weather Service Hanford CA
949 AM PDT Fri Mar 31 2023

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in
California...

  Merced River at Stevinson affecting Merced County.

For the Merced River...at Stevinson...Minor flooding is forecast.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks.

Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.

Stay tuned to further developments by listening to your local radio,
television, or NOAA Weather Radio for further information.

This warning will be in effect until the river falls below its flood
stage.

Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive
cars through flooded areas.

Even 6 inches of fast-moving flood water can knock you off your feet
and a depth of 2 feet will float your car. Never try to walk, swim,
or drive through such swift water. If you come upon flood waters,
stop, turn around and go another way.

Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.

The next statement will be issued Saturday morning at 1000 AM PDT.

&&


CAC047-011700-
/O.CON.KHNX.FL.W.0005.000000T0000Z-000000T0000Z/
/STVC1.1.RS.230331T0937Z.230402T0300Z.000000T0000Z.NO/
949 AM PDT Fri Mar 31 2023

...FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE...

* WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast.

* WHERE...Merced River at Stevinson.

* WHEN...Until further notice.

* IMPACTS...At 70.5 feet, Water is up to the maintenance building in
  Hagaman Park.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
  - At 8:00 AM PDT Friday, March 31st, 2023, the stage was 70.7
    feet.
  - Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage
    tomorrow morning and continue rising to 71.5 feet tomorrow
    evening.
  - Flood stage is 71.0 feet.
  - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of
    70.5 feet on 03/21/2011.
  - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

&&

Location            Fld   Observed             Forecasts (10 am PDT)
--------            Stg   Stg   Day/Time       Sat   Sun   Mon

Merced River
Stevinson           71.0  70.7  Fri 8 am PDT   71.1  71.8  71.9


&&

LAT...LON 3743 12100 3742 12084 3732 12082 3728 12093


$$

BS


Flood Advisory


Flood Advisory
National Weather Service Hanford CA
1019 AM PDT Thu Mar 30 2023

.High flows will continue along the Kings River due to large
releases from Pine Flat Dam for the foreseeable future.

CAC019-031-107-021400-
/O.CON.KHNX.FA.Y.0079.000000T0000Z-230402T1400Z/
/00000.N.DR.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.OO/
Fresno CA-Kings CA-Tulare CA-
1019 AM PDT Thu Mar 30 2023

...FLOOD ADVISORY FOR A DAM FLOODGATE RELEASE REMAINS IN EFFECT
UNTIL 7 AM PDT SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Hydrologic flooding caused by upstream dam releases
  continues.

* WHERE...A portion of central California, including the following
  counties, Fresno, Kings and Tulare.

* WHEN...Until 700 AM PDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Flooding in areas near the riverbank. River or stream
  flows are elevated.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
  - At 1012 AM PDT, an upstream floodgate release is expected to
    cause minor flooding in the advisory area.
  - Some locations that will experience flooding include...
    Sanger, Minkler, Riverland RV Park, and the Kingsburg Golf
    Course.
  - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.

Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the
dangers of flooding.

Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.

&&

LAT...LON 3645 11967 3650 11956 3653 11952 3658 11949
      3660 11948 3664 11949 3667 11955 3669 11953
      3683 11940 3681 11936 3670 11949 3667 11950
      3666 11945 3660 11944 3657 11945 3649 11952
      3645 11953 3640 11964 3641 11966


$$

KM

Flood Advisory
National Weather Service Reno NV
1010 AM PDT Mon Mar 27 2023

NVC001-281715-
/O.EXT.KREV.FA.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-230411T0000Z/
/00000.N.DR.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.OO/
Churchill NV-
1010 AM PDT Mon Mar 27 2023

...FLOOD ADVISORY FOR A DAM FLOODGATE RELEASE NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 5
PM PDT MONDAY, APRIL 10...

* WHAT...Hydrologic flooding caused by upstream dam release
  continues.

* WHERE...A portion of west central Nevada, including the following
  county, Churchill.

* WHEN...Until 500 PM PDT Monday Apr 10.

* IMPACTS...Prolonged minor flooding and high flows along the Carson
  River.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
  - At 1007 AM PDT, Flooding will result in the advisory area
    from water release at Lahontan Dam.
  - Some locations that will experience flooding include...
    Fallon, including Bafford Lane and other low lying areas
    along the lower Carson River.
  - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.

&&

LAT...LON 3943 11906 3951 11903 3953 11903 3960 11866
      3943 11867


$$

WH

Flood Advisory
National Weather Service Hanford CA
615 AM PDT Sun Mar 26 2023

CAC019-039-021400-
/O.EXT.KHNX.FA.Y.0070.000000T0000Z-230402T1400Z/
/00000.N.DR.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.OO/
Fresno CA-Madera CA-
615 AM PDT Sun Mar 26 2023

...FLOOD ADVISORY FOR A DAM FLOODGATE RELEASE NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7
AM PDT NEXT SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Flooding caused by upstream dam release continues.

* WHERE...A portion of central California, including the following
  counties, Fresno and Madera.

* WHEN...Until 700 AM PDT Sunday Apr 02.

* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
  Water over roadways. River or stream flows are elevated.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
  - At 608 AM PDT, an upstream floodgate release is expected to
    cause minor flooding in the advisory area.
  - Some locations that will experience flooding include...
    Fresno, Mendota, Biola, Friant and Millerton Lake.
  - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.

Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.

Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law
enforcement and request they pass this information to the National
Weather Service when you can do so safely.

&&

LAT...LON 3700 11969 3696 11973 3694 11973 3690 11977
      3686 11979 3683 11983 3683 11993 3680 12004
      3681 12009 3679 12016 3676 12019 3675 12029
      3675 12041 3683 12035 3679 12025 3684 12007
      3688 11982 3701 11972 3701 11971


$$

BSO


Wind Advisory


URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
145 PM PDT Fri Mar 31 2023

CAZ085-ORZ030-031-011200-
/O.NEW.KMFR.WI.Y.0014.230401T1200Z-230402T0600Z/
Modoc County-
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
Central and Eastern Lake County-
145 PM PDT Fri Mar 31 2023

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 11 PM PDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph
  expected.

* WHERE...In California, Eastern Modoc County, including portions
  of Highway 299. In Oregon, Eastern Lake County including
  portions of Highway 140, Highway 395 and Highway 31 including
  Summer Lake.

* WHEN...From 5 AM to 11 PM PDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects.
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may
  result.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds will occur Saturday
  from 5 AM to 5 PM.

* View the hazard area in detail at
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford


Special Weather Statement


Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service RENO NV
250 AM PDT Fri Mar 31 2023

CAZ070>073-NVZ001>005-011200-
Surprise Valley California-Lassen-Eastern Plumas-
Eastern Sierra Counties-Greater Lake Tahoe Area-Mono County-
Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties-Greater Reno-Carson City-
Minden Area-Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake-
Northern Washoe County-
Including the cities of Cedarville, Eagleville, Fort Bidwell,
Portola, Susanville, Westwood, Sierraville, Loyalton,
South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City, Truckee, Markleeville, Bridgeport,
Coleville, Lee Vining, Mammoth Lakes, Hawthorne, Yerington,
Smith Valley, Mina, Schurz, Stateline, Glenbrook,
Incline Village, Sparks, Verdi, Gardnerville, Virginia City,
Fernley, Fallon, Lovelock, Silver Springs, Nixon, Imlay, Empire,
and Gerlach
250 AM PDT Fri Mar 31 2023

...MORE WIND AND SNOW ON THE WAY SUNDAY-MONDAY...

* Travel in Western Nevada and the Sierra will largely be free of
  weather impacts today, with a few light snow showers and breezy
  winds on Saturday.

* Travel late Sunday into Monday will be considerably worse due to
  snow and strong winds. High snowfall rates are possible Sunday
  night in the Sierra, with a rain snow-mix Western Nevada
  cities. Icy roads could affect the Monday morning commute.

* Strong winds on Sunday into Monday, especially in Nevada and
  the Eastern Sierra, could result in high profile vehicle
  restrictions, and localized tree/fence damage and power outages.

* Snow showers and much colder temperatures will linger across the
  region Monday through Wednesday. Vigorous snow showers could
  bring additional snow accumulation up to a few inches anywhere
  in the Sierra and western Nevada.

* For those who are more than ready to say goodbye to winter,
  there is hope on the horizon. A drying and warming trend is
  starting to shape up going into the following weekend.

$$

http://weather.gov/reno


Hazardous Weather Outlook


Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Eureka CA
240 AM PDT Fri Mar 31 2023

CAZ110-111-114-010945-
Northwestern Mendocino Interior-Northeastern Mendocino Interior-
Northern Lake-
240 AM PDT Fri Mar 31 2023

...FREEZE WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM PDT THIS MORNING...

This hazardous weather outlook is for northwest California.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

A Freeze Warning is currently in effect.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

$$

Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Eureka CA
240 AM PDT Fri Mar 31 2023

CAZ113-115-010945-
Southeastern Mendocino Interior-Southern Lake-
240 AM PDT Fri Mar 31 2023

...FROST ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM PDT THIS MORNING...

This hazardous weather outlook is for northwest California.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

A Frost Advisory is currently in effect.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

$$

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