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Red Flag Warning for Lake Tahoe Tuesday
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/25/2020 - 1:59pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a Red Glag Warning from noon to 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 25. They are calling for a chance of thunderstorms and strong outflow winds in the Lake Tahoe area.
There is the possibility of isolated to scattered thunderstorms with little, or limited, rainfall though the storms may be a hybrid of wet and dry. The faster storm motions will likely allow for lightning strikes outside of the main thunderstorm cores. With fire fighting resources already stretched thin, any new fire starts will be an issue.
Red Flag Warning for Lake Tahoe starts Sunday night
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/22/2020 - 4:44pm
8:30 p.m. UPDATE: The Fire Weather Watch has been upgraded to a Red Flag Warning. The warning is from 8:00 p.m. Sunday to 11:00 a.m. Monday. Expect thunderstorms and strong outflow wind guest 40 to 50 mph.
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A Fire Weather Watch is in effect from Sunday at 8:00 p.m. through Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. for the Sierra, Northeast California and Western Nevada. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno is calling for thunderstorms and strong outflow winds in the area.
Smoke from Loyalton Fire can be seen from Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/15/2020 - 1:51pm
8:30 p.m. SUNDAY UPDATE: The Loyalton Fire which originated east of the town of Loyalton and southwest of Mount Ina Coolbrith is now estimated at 29,828 acres and 0 percent contained. It is north and east adjacent to the areas of Beckwourth Pass and Hallelujah Junction.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Red Flag Warning, Fire Watch and Thunderstorm warnings in place for Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/20/2020 - 2:25pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A Red Flag Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Reno for Tuesday, July 21 from 1:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. followed by a Fire Weather Watch for Wednesday, July 22 from 11:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m.
Lake Tahoe forecast: Wind Advisory to start the week, 80's by the end
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/14/2020 - 7:48pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A low pressure system moving across the Pacific Northwest will bring gusty winds Monday. A Lake Wind Advisory is in place Monday from noon to 10:00 p.m. Southwest winds will be from 10-20 mph with gusts 35 mph expected. Waves on Lake Tahoe could reach 2 to 3 feet.
Chance of thunderstorms and showers in the Lake Tahoe forecast
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/01/2019 - 11:36pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The region will see above average temperatures with afternoon breezes continue through Labor Day. Thunderstorm chances return beginning Monday and lasting through Thursday with the most widespread storms on Wednesday. Temperatures will gradually cool stating Wednesday but will remain above normal, according to the National Weather Service in Reno.
The storms will be most numerous near and east of Highway 395.
Next weekend remains uncertain, but confidence has increased somewhat that another upper low will approach the coast.
South Lake Tahoe to see some 80s this week before a drop in temps
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/16/2019 - 6:48pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There will be some instability remaining over the Sierra through Monday with thunderstorm remaining a good bet Monday before fading from view Tuesday onward as drier and more stable airmass moves in.
A strong ridge works into the region Tuesday into Wednesday leading to hot temps but nothing excessive. It breaks down Thursday leading to some below average digits. Just as Lake Tahoe experienced this winter, ridges are finding a hard time sustaining themselves for prolonged periods.
The forecast from the National Weather Service in Reno:
A bit of everything in the Lake Tahoe forecast
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/31/2019 - 8:39pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The week ahead in the Lake Tahoe Basin will have some rain, a thunderstorm, snow, sun, and wind. It's almost like what Mark Twain once said: “If you don't like the weather in New England now, just wait a few minutes.” Just pull out New England and insert Lake Tahoe!
They all appear in the forecast this week as weak to moderate spring storms impact the region. The wettest periods look to be Tuesday and Friday Night into Saturday. Temperatures will be variable from day to day, but generally near to slightly
above normal for the first week of April.
Road conditions changing on day that has brought snow, rain, thunder snow to Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/20/2019 - 4:38pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Chain controls have been lifted on several Lake Tahoe area roads, but that doesn't mean the snow storm is over. January 20 has been a day full of weather, from rain and thunder snow, to white-outs at the ski resorts and breezy conditions.
Both Kirkwood and Heavenly Ski Resort had to close some ski lifts earlier today after lightning was striking in the area and Sierra-at-Tahoe closed early due to high lightning potential.
US 395 remains closed as Boot Fire grows to 6706 acres
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/06/2018 - 10:06am
12:45 p.m. update 9/6/18: The Sierra Front Wildfire Cooperators have updated the acreage burned in the Boot Fire to 6,706 acres and there is a three-percent containment line.
US 395 from Walker to Bridgeport remains closed as does CA SR 108. There is a detour available through Holbrook Junction.
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Firefighters have a three-percent containment line around the Boot Fire which has now burned 4,620 acres in an area along US 395 nine miles SW of Walker and 15 miles NW of Bridgeport.
Sunny and 80s to start the week in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/02/2018 - 12:07am
The weather has been beautiful in South Lake Tahoe over the Labor Day Weekend and more of the same is expected in the coming week.
Slight winds with mostly clear skies will prevail this week in South Lake Tahoe. There will be a couple of weak disturbances Monday and Tuesday, giving a chance for cumulus buildups over the mountains and possibly a stray afternoon thunderstorm over the southern Sierra around Mono County.
The forecast from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Sunday - Sunny, with a high near 81. Calm wind becoming east around 5 mph.
Safety precautions when both outside and inside during lightning
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/22/2018 - 6:44pm
With lightning and thunderstorms in the Lake Tahoe forecast for another few days, it's always good to review safety tips when caught in the middle of a storm.
You can protect yourself from risk even if you are caught outdoors when lightning is close by.
Safety precautions outdoors
- If the weather forecast calls for thunderstorms, postpone your trip or activity.
- Remember: When thunder roars, go indoors. Find a safe, enclosed shelter.
Severe thunderstorm warning for Lake Tahoe, Douglas County, Alpine County Sunday evening
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/22/2018 - 6:16pmThe National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for South Lake Tahoe, Meyers, Glenbrook, Alpine County, Place County, El Dorado County, Washoe County, Douglas County an Western Carson City from 6:06 p.m. until 6:45 p.m. Sunday, July 22.
Radar has indicated a strong cell sitting over South Lake Tahoe and Emerald Bay, bringing a chance of quarter size hail and wind gusts up to 60 mph. In heavy hit areas, expect hail damage to vehicles along with wind damage to roofs, siding, fencing and trees.
Another strong thunderstorm cell is above Kirkwood.
Smoke continues to fill Lake Tahoe Basin: Chance of rain in forecast
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/20/2018 - 11:53am
The Feguson fire burning west of Yosemite continues to send smoke into the Lake Tahoe Basin. Since starting on July 13, the fire has consumed 22,892 acres and containment remains at 7 percent. It is burning in steep, hard to access terrain.
Several areas around Highway 140 reamin under mandatory evacuations and evacuation advisories.
2,711 personnel, including firefighters from South Lake Tahoe, are currently engaged on the fire which includes 203 engines, 39 water tenders, 16 helicopters, 58 handcrews, and 41 dozers.
Smoke from the fire is expected for at least the next two days.
Chance of thunderstorms return to Lake Tahoe next weekend
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/16/2018 - 12:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Smoke from the Ferguson Fire outside Yosemite is moved into Lake Tahoe and Carson City area today and more smoke is expected again early Monday. As of Sunday night, the fire has burned 4,310 acres and is two percent contained. An evacuation advisory is in place for the Western Yosemite area.
High pressure will build overhead and bring very hot conditions to Western Nevada Tuesday through Wednesday and warm conditions to the mountains. The high will
begin to move east on Thursday with thunderstorm chances increasing along with gradually cooling temperatures.
Holiday weekend forecast: Winter weather advisory, rain and possible flooding
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/25/2018 - 8:11am
Mother Nature must not want South Lake Tahoe to enjoy summer, quite yet. After a day of and night of thunder, lightning and rain, more is in the forecast.
There is a Winter Weather Advisory in effect until 5:00 a.m. Saturday morning, calling for snow above 8000 feet. 1-3" of snow with isolated areas seeing up to 6". Areas affected are Mt Rose, Carson, Ebbetts, Sonora and Tioga passes and high elevation hiking trails around the Lake Tahoe area, Alpine County and Mono County.
Rainy week ahead for South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/13/2018 - 9:06pm
Low pressure remains over Lake Tahoe and Northern Nevada through Tuesday. This will keep temperatures near average with chances for showers and a few thunderstorms. Another system will move into California and Nevada Wednesday continuing the chances for showers and thunderstorms through much of next week.
The forecast from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Tonight - Scattered showers and thunderstorms before 11pm, then isolated showers. Partly cloudy, with a low around 35. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
Change to the weather pattern: Rain and thunderstorm in Lake Tahoe forecast
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/10/2018 - 8:53pm
Warm conditions will give way to much cooler temperatures Friday through the weekend as low pressure moves into northeast California and western Nevada. A cold front will produce stronger winds from the north on Friday which may result in areas of blowing dust, choppy lakes, and the potential for some fire weather concerns.
First tornado warning issued for the Lake Tahoe basin; Waterspout and funnel cloud spotted
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/13/2017 - 7:04pm
The National Weather Service (NSW) in Reno today issued their very first tornado warning for the Lake Tahoe basin.
At 3:45 p.m. a severe thunderstorm warning was issued first for the middle of Lake Tahoe near Glenbrook. At that time one of their team members saw a funnel cloud over Incline Village and sent in a photo, so the tornado warning was issued immediately.
Even though Wednesday's warning was the first for Lake Tahoe, there have been five issued for northwest Nevada since 2000 according to Scott McGuire of the NWS Forecast Office in Reno.
Rain and thunder return to Lake Tahoe; Drier by the end of week
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/10/2017 - 11:36pm
A low pressure system is off the California coast through Tuesday night, bringing with it chances for showers and thunderstorms starting Monday afternoon. Tuesday through Wednesday will bring more widespread thunderstorm coverage. Drier weather returns by Friday as a front moves through the region. Above average temperatures through Monday will cool to near or slightly below average by late week according to the National Weather Service (NWS).
Here is their forecast:
Slinkard Fire near Topaz now at 49 percent contained; 9.091 acres burned
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/04/2017 - 4:51pm
The Slinkard Fire is currently located on the west slope of Antelope Valley, west of Topaz Lake and eight miles north of Walker, Calif. After being started by lightning on August 29, it has burned through cheat grass, sagebrush and pinyon/juniper.
418 firefighting crew members are working the fire which is located in Alpine and Mono counties in California and Douglas County in Nevada.
Fire near town of Topaz closes highways, evacuations in place
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/30/2017 - 4:13pm
UPDATE 8/31 10:00AM - The Slinkard Fire has grown to 5,000 acres with 0 percent containment this morning. The fire has burned to Hwy 395 and crossed Hwy 89 to the north.
Last night, fire crews focused on the eastern flank of the fire along Hwy 395 and engine crews were dedicated to structure protection in northern Topaz. There are no injuries and no structures lost at this time. Power is out in the immediate area.
Residents forced to evacuate as fire in Yosemite grows
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/19/2017 - 7:23pm
8/20 update: The fire grew minimally yesterday as thunderstorms skirted the perimeter. 3,191 acres have now burned and the fire is at 10 percent contained. Mandatory evacuations will remain in place in Wawona for the area east of Highway 41 on Forest Dr. and Chilnualna Falls Rd.
Westbound I-80 reopens after mudslide closes the road
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/18/2017 - 7:41pm
Friday night update: I-80 westbound reopened at the Nevada state line.
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A thunderstorm brought flash flooding on I-80, creating a mudslide that has covered some lanes. As a result, the westbound lanes near the state line just east of Farad are closed.
California Highway Patrol is holding traffic at Gold Ranch.
Crews are at the scene to clear mud but at this time there is no estimated time of opening. A detour is not provided.
For up to the minute news, visit http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/.
Lightning strikes tree as weather brings hail and heavy rain
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/06/2017 - 10:03pm
A strong thunderstorm made its way through the South Shore Sunday at 2:10 p.m., leaving behind heavy rain, small hail, some minor flooding and a downed tree. The National Weather Service in Reno said wind gusts were up to 40 mph in some areas at the time.
On Oglala Street in Meyers, lightning struck the top of a tree and caused it to "explode" according to neighbors. Lake Valley Fire Department arrived almost immediately and there was no major damage, and no injuries.
South Lake Tahoe could see temps in the 90s next week
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/29/2017 - 8:07pm
High pressure will set up over Northern California and Northwest Nevada over the next few days and dominate area weather. Expect hot temperatures, with some records possible on both sides of the Sierra.
In Nevada there will be isolated thunderstorms each afternoon and evening. The high will shift east late in the week with moisture increasing. Thunderstorm potential will increase at this time as well according to the National Weather Service in Reno.
Mapping glitch downsizes Preacher Fire to 4,651 acres burned
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/25/2017 - 8:43am
8:45 p.m. update: Firefighters on the Preacher Fire have gained ground on the fire and have been able to get it 20 percent contained. It was actively burning all day with single tree torching, creeping, and wind-driven runs. The total burned remains at 4,651 acres.
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4:45 p.m. update: Acreage burned in the Preacher Fire is a lot less than previously reported due to a glitch in mapping. The fire, which started Monday with a lightning strike, has burned 4,651 acres.
Changes ahead in South Lake Tahoe forecast
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/04/2017 - 6:58am
The warm weather has been a welcome relief from a long, wet winter, but the dry and sunny days are gone from the from the forecast for at least a week. The National Weather Service says to expect showers, thunderstorms and even snow (sorry) as unsettled weather passes through the Lake Tahoe Basin.
Here is their forecast:
Today - Isolated showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 78. Light south wind becoming southwest 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Tonight - Partly cloudy, with a low around 44. Southwest wind around 10 mph.
Heavy rain totals with Saturday's storm in the Sierra, more on the way
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/16/2016 - 9:45am
Since Friday morning, rain has pummeled many areas of the Sierra Nevada. As of 8:00 a.m. Sunday, South Lake Tahoe had received 2.54" of rain, with more on the way. By Monday morning, a trace of new snow could be seen on the South Shore.
Rain and thunderstorms forecast all week in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/01/2016 - 9:47am
The National Weather Service has a wet forecast for South Lake Tahoe over the next seven days.
Sunday - Scattered showers and thunderstorms after 11am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 56. East wind 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Sunday night - Scattered showers and thunderstorms before 11pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 33. East wind around 5 mph becoming calm after midnight. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
South Lake Tahoe ski, snowboard and weather report for Friday
Submitted by admin on Fri, 04/08/2016 - 7:17am
As the ski season winds down, this will be the last week for South Tahoe Now's daily report.
The following is the ski, snowboard and weather report for Friday, April 8, 2016 for South Lake Tahoe, brought to you by Lake Tahoe SkiBum.
Weather - South Lake Tahoe will have a high today of 62 and a low tonight of
Rain and cooler temperatures on tap for South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/30/2015 - 6:58am
After weeks of warm temperatures, the weather is about to change in South Lake Tahoe.
A low pressure system and cold front will provide showers with a slight chance for thunderstorms Thursday according to the National Weather Service in Reno. Showers will concentrate along the cold front which may reach south Lake Tahoe Wednesday evening.
Rare water spout on Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/13/2015 - 9:29am
Lake Tahoe was treated to a rare weather occurrence Wednesday night as a water spout formed along the west shore of the lake.
The water spout, essentially a very weak tornado over water, formed near the mouth of Emerald Bay just after 9 p.m., according to Brett Kendall, brewmaster at nearby FOLK Brewing Co., who snapped a picture of the aqueous twister from the lake’s east shore.
Mudslide closes Hwy 4 in burn area near Markleeville
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/01/2015 - 11:12pm
Just a day after people celebrated the opening of highways through the Washington Fire area south of Markleeville, a mudslide has closed Highway 4 over Ebbetts Pass. The road is closed 2.4 miles south of town.
A strong thunderstorm formed over the northwest half of the fire Wednesday, bringing heavy rains and frequent lightning.
Multiple Fires sparked In Carson Valley; 7,000 without power
Submitted by paula on Sat, 06/27/2015 - 8:30pm9:00 p.m. update:
This just in from the Douglas County Sheriff's Department: On June 27, 2015, at approximately 6:17 p.m., the East Fork Fire District in Douglas County responded to a report of several wildland fires along the east side of the Sierra Nevada Mountains.
There have been reports of six fires along the west side of the Carson Valley.
East Fork Fire, along with the U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management (BLM) have responded to the multiple fires and are working to access each of the fires.
Small fires in region after storm cell passes through
Submitted by paula on Sat, 06/27/2015 - 6:37pm
A very strong storm cell is moving across the east side of Lake Tahoe and the Carson Valley this evening, causing some small fires.
The National Weather Service in Reno issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for western Carson City, Minden, Gardnerville, the Carson Valley and Lake Tahoe. The warning is through at least 6:15 p.m. and extends through the Carson Range.
It is expected to impact the east side of Lake Tahoe and into Carson City and Carson Valley. Wind gusts to 60 mph, penny sized hail and heavy rain are possible with this storm, according to the weather service.
Washington Fire now 56% contained; 17,787 acres burned
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/23/2015 - 10:13pm
6:00 p.m. update 6/29/15
Firefighters made a lot of progress on the fire lines at the Washington Fire south of Markleeville on Monday, gaining containment of 56% of the perimeter. So far, 17,787 acres have burned.
The lightning caused fire grew quickly a week ago, from 30 acres on June 19 to 6,500 acres by June 21.
At one time, over 1,100 fire personnel were working on suppression of the fire. Those numbers were reduced today to 860 as containment grew.
Thunderstorms expected in South Lake Tahoe Thursday
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/03/2015 - 10:26pm
The National Weather Service is calling for widespread thunderstorms throughout the Sierra and western Nevada for the next several days. On Thursday, June 4 there is an 80% chance of rain in South Lake Tahoe with a rainfall total of .16 inch.
Chances of rain and thunderstorms continue through the weekend and into next week. On Friday, rainfall total of .14" is forecast, .23" on Saturday and a trace on Sunday.
The best chances for strong thunderstorms will be in and along the Sierra. Storms may start early in the morning with the strongest storms expected during the early afternoon.
Rain has helped the region, but year to date figures still under average
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/19/2015 - 6:19pm
It has been a wet May in South Lake Tahoe and the surrounding area, but, unfortunately, it has made little impact on the long term drought.
Precipitation has been just above normal for the month of May, but the year-to-date figures are still falling shy of average.
On the map pictured here, the purple areas are now 200%-800% above average.
The forecast through Memorial Day from the National Weather Service shows a chance of rain every day:
Ready for another wet and cold week?
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/16/2015 - 2:57pm
The next low pressure system will move into California tomorrow, bringing showers and high elevation snow to the Sierra and western Nevada through Monday according to the National Weather Service in Reno.
Up to 6 inches of snow may accumulate above 8,000 feet, with wet roads for those traveling over I-80 and US-50. Snow could impact travel over the Mt Rose Highway and the higher passes in Alpine and Mono Counties.
More rain is on tap for the valleys with total rainfall amounts up to 0.50 inch. Could be enough rain to cut back on watering your lawn this week.
Rain in the South Lake Tahoe forecast all week
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/20/2015 - 7:28am
Expect thundershowers and rain in South Lake Tahoe for most of the week. Here is the forecast from the National Weather Service:
Today - Scattered showers and thunderstorms after 2 p.m. Mostly sunny, with a high near 67. East wind around 5 mph becoming south in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Tonight - Scattered showers and thunderstorms before 10 p.m. Partly cloudy, with a low around 35. West wind 5 to 10 mph becoming light northwest after midnight. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Rain and Cooler Temps Expected in South Lake Tahoe; Clearing and 70's By Holiday Weekend
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/19/2014 - 5:18pm
An upper level disturbance off the Pacific Northwest coast will drop southeast over California into Nevada by Tuesday evening, bringing an enhanced threat of showers and thunderstorms to the Lake Tahoe region, which may have an impact on the existing wildfire in Reno.
Monday Night: Scattered showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 40. West wind 5 to 15 mph becoming northeast after midnight. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Tuesday: Showers and possibly a thunderstorm. High near 53. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
American Fire Reaches 35% Containment: Smoke Very Evident From Entire Region
Submitted by newsroom on Thu, 08/15/2013 - 5:36pm
Aug 20, 2013 - UPDATE - 8:45am:
Latest American Fire News Release: http://www.inciweb.org/incident/article/3624/20488/
Current Size: 14,990 acres Containment: 54 percent Structures
Estimated Containment Date moved to September 1, 2013
Aug 19, 2013 - UPDATE - 9:25am:
Strong thunderstorm develops over Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 06/09/2013 - 2:32pm
A strong thunderstorm has moved into the Lake Tahoe area Sunday afternoon producing thunder and lightning strikes, according to a weather advisory issued by the National Weather Service in Reno.
Boaters and swimmer on or near Lake Tahoe should get out of the water and move indoors or inside a vehicle, the weather service urges.
The storm was moving northward and could cause dangerous cloud to ground lightning and winds of 40 mph. The affected areas are South Lake Tahoe, Zephyr Cove and Glenbrook.
Don Q's Fishing Report for the week of Sept. 5-11
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 09/05/2012 - 2:22am
Here is this week's fishing report for Northern California, Nevada, Lake Tahoe and the Sierra-area rivers, lakes and streams. Fall colors are around the corner for the Sierra and Lake Tahoe region. Enjoy the fishing while the weather is still good and don't forget to pack your sunscreen and fishing license. This report is for the week of Sept. 5-11.
ADOBE POND, CALIF:
Tom Loe of Sierra Drifters Fly Fishing Guide Service (760-935-4250) (www.sierradrifters.com) reports:
Flash flood warning for Tahoe region; more lightning expected ...
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 09/15/2011 - 12:07pmThunderstorm activity hit the Tahoe National Forest all weekend, with more in the ... This brings the total number of fires to four — all small — for the Tahoe ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../flash-flood...
Thunderstorms move over Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 09/11/2011 - 5:31pmA band of thunderstorms, carrying pea to marble-sized hail, heavy wind and lightning has moved over the Lake Tahoe region late Sunday. The National Weather Service in Reno began tracking the strong thunderstorm system near Carnelian Bay on the north side of Lake Tahoe nears Kings Beach.
The storm, moving southwest at around 10 mph, carries many lightning bolts, moderate rain amounting to about one half inch per hour, which is reducing visibility in the basin to less than three miles.
