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Free sand bags available in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/07/2015 - 1:22amThe City of South Lake Tahoe is offering free sand bags to residents year round, not just during storms. They are available at no cost year round. The sand lot is located at the City’s Streets and Snow Removal Yard located at 1160 Rufus Allen Blvd., which is next to Campground by the Lake.
Tips for being prepared during Lake Tahoe's winter storms
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/11/2014 - 12:38amLiberty Utilities is reminding customers to always be prepared for winter storms and possible power outages that may result from them.
“Although we’ve made significant progress in reducing electrical outages since acquiring the utility nearly four years ago, the reality is that a really big winter storm can impact our ability to keep the lights on,” according to Mike Smart, President of Liberty Utilities-California.
With the approaching winter storm, Liberty offers the following outage preparation tips:
Free sand bags available in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/09/2014 - 10:39pmWith the impeding wet storm, the City of South Lake Tahoe reminds all residents that there are free 'do it yourself' sand bags available.
Available for free all year long, most people tend to think about needing them only during storms.
Lake Tahoe ski resorts report over 1' of snow from recent storms
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/05/2014 - 1:03amRain drenched the South Shore of Lake Tahoe this week, but the storms that brought rain to lake level brought much needed snow to the upper elevations.
Heavenly Mountain Resort is reporting 14" of fresh snow in the last week with 3" last night.
Kirkwwod reports 5" of snow Wednesday night and 15" in the last seven days.
Sierra at Tahoe had 6" of snow in the last 24 hours with 18" falling during the latest storm.
Northstar had much more snow than the resorts to the South. They had 6" overnight with 31" of snow falling over last week.
Winter snow preparations completed by NDOT
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/28/2014 - 8:35pmAs winter approaches northern Nevada, the Nevada Department of Transportation has completed annual winter preparations to help keep roads clear through the upcoming season.
“Roadway safety and mobility are our top priorities,” NDOT Director Rudy Malfabon explained. “Last winter, NDOT crews dedicated more than 22,000 hours to removing snow and ice from state roads in the Truckee Meadows. We’ll be out there again throughout this winter to clear roads of ice and snow.”
Quick Facts:
Smoldering King Fire is now 98% contained
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/06/2014 - 7:39amSmall smoke plumes have been observed in communities as far west as Cool and Auburn as a result of the smoldering King Fire. According to Cal Fire, this is to be expected as the fire continues to burn within the interior. Smoke will settle with the cooler night air and follow canyons and drainages, and will lift and disperse as the day warms. It should be somewhat light smoke, and get progressively lighter over time until the fire runs its course or enough precipitation extinguishes it.
Op/Ed: Let’s send a message
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/13/2014 - 6:51pmDear voters,
I’m hoping you will send a message by voting for me to work for you on the South Tahoe Public Utility District Board. I’ve been a local 40 years, through droughts, storms, power outages and great sunny powder ski days.
At 21, I opened Happy Steak Restaurant and owned it for 16 years. I was CEO of the California based South Lake Tahoe Chamber for 12 years and I taught Business and Personnel at LTCC. I have a BA in business administration and I’m a graduate of the Institute for Organization Management. I’m a past STPUD Board member.
Mud cleanup continues in the Carson Valley
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/24/2014 - 11:11pmCleanup efforts continue on roads in the Carson Valley that were covered in mud, dirt and debris after the flooding developed after the wet storm that hit the area on July 20.
Crews from Douglas County as well as private contractors are on the job.
Shortly after the flooding began, County Commission, Staff and East Fork Fire met to develop an action plan and began calling for additional resources from Carson City. A declaration of Emergency was not declared due to fact that the flood did not rise to the level of overwhelming the county’s resources to protect health and safety.
Jeremy Roenick takes lead into final day of play at American Century Golf Championship
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/19/2014 - 6:00pmThe crowds were out in force for round two of the 25th Annual American Century Golf Championship in South Lake Tahoe Saturday. The beach on 17 was packed as usual with boaters and sunbathers waiting for their chance to play games of toss and catch with the dozens of celebrities that always join in the fun.
Announcing the Premiere of Pat Branch Films' "Is It Happening?"
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 05/27/2014 - 6:07pm
Event Date:
May 30, 2014 - 6:00pm Is It Happening? Trailer from Pat Branch films on Vimeo.
Location
11197 Brockway Rd, Truckee, CA, 96161
Fifty Fifty Brewing Company
United States
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Pipe Keepers Public Forum
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/08/2014 - 11:01pmEvent Date:
April 17, 2014 - 6:00pm
The League to Save Lake Tahoe is inviting the public to its first Pipe Keepers Public Forum on April 17 at the Blue Angel Café in South Lake Tahoe, featuring five regional experts who will discuss stormwater problems and solutions in the Tahoe Basin. The event will feature free food and drinks, a free raffle, expert presentations and a question and answer session.
Sierra Snowpack Boosted by Recent Storms But Still Far Below Average
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/01/2014 - 9:17pmThough late season storms have helped skiers and boarders enjoy Lake Tahoe resorts a bit longer, the snowpack measured at 38% of normal today during the monthly test at Echo Summit. The California Department of Water Resources (DWR)reported a statewide average of just 32% of average.
Surveyors from DWR trekked to several monitoring stations as they do annually to measure the water content in snow, as well as depth, to try and pinpoint the state's water supply this summer.
Two Weather Systems Heading Into Lake Tahoe Basin This Week
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/24/2014 - 10:28pmThe winter of 2013/2014 has become a season of watching storm after storm hit the mid-west and east, and watching dribbles of moisture swing by the west once in awhile.
This week will be one of those chances for the west to get some much needed moisture as two storm systems head to the area.
Year's First National Water Forecast Predicts Limited Supply in Lake Tahoe and Rest of West
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/16/2014 - 9:07amWASHINGTON, Jan. 15, 2014 – A limited water supply is predicted west of the Continental Divide, according to the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) National Water and Climate Center (NWCC) in its first forecast of 2014. The NWCC also predicts normal water supply east of the Continental Divide and will continue to monitor, forecast and update water supplies for the next six months.
What to do in Lake Tahoe When There Isn't Much Snow? Enjoy a Day on the Lake!
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/16/2014 - 12:26amWith a lack of winter storms in Lake Tahoe and the usual snow that accompanies them, visitors are looking for things to enjoy during their visit.
The calm water and mild days have been perfect for fishing, whether its boat fishing on Lake Tahoe or ice fishing on the frozen lakes in the area.
I ran into a group of fisherman just ending their venture onto the lake with Tahoe Sport Fishing on Tuesday. The group of men were from Australia, South Africa, Los Angeles and Sacramento and by the looks of their smiles and their catch, they had a great time.
Cloud Seeding Drone May Soon Help Get More Snow to the Sierra Nevada
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/09/2014 - 8:20pmCloud seeding drones may soon be used to help get more punch out of Sierra storms. The unmanned aircrafts could provide significant benefits by getting more snow on the slopes and boosting water supply.
Jeff Tilley of Reno’s Desert Research Institute (DRI) unveiled one of three drones in the country at Thursday’s Operation Sierra Storm held in South Lake Tahoe. The drone will soon be tested to seed clouds in order to get more moisture out of storms to help in times of drought.
International Climate Change Expert and Nobel Prize Team Member Speaking at South Lake Tahoe Conference
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/04/2014 - 11:23pmNetwork television meteorologists from around the country will head to South Lake Tahoe for a leading national weather conference January 8-11, 2014 and two of the sessions are open to the public.
Tahoe South's Annual Operation Sierra Storm Meteorologist's Conference features leading scientists and experts discussing newsworthy topics and trends.
The South Lake Tahoe Winter of 51/52 and Other Great Stories
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/13/2013 - 12:15amDubbed the "All Star Panel," a group of long time local residents shared stories of a South Lake Tahoe most of us never experienced. The seven panelists have lived in Lake Tahoe a combined 600 plus years and shared some great stories with the overflowing crowd at Camp Richardson Lodge on Tuesday evening. In fact, the number of long time locals in the audience was very evident since their combined years of living in Lake Tahoe was over 1880!
Dave Wakeman, South Lake Tahoe resident since 1947
More thunderstorms on the way for Lake Tahoe region
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 08/21/2013 - 10:26amAnother round of thunderstorms will develop Wednesday afternoon and evening over the Lake Tahoe Basin and eastern portions of Alpine County as low pressure moves north along the California coast, the National Weather Service in Reno reports. Much of the region is under a flash flood watch.
Lake Tahoe Community College Mourns the Loss of Carl Young
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 06/02/2013 - 4:01pmLake Tahoe Community College faculty, staff, Board of Trustees, and administration express their heartfelt condolences to the family of LTCC distinguished alumnus Carl Young. Carl and his former “Storm Chaser” colleagues star Tim Samaras and his son Paul Samaras were killed on Friday, May 31 while chasing storms in Oklahoma.
Memorial Day weekend fishing report for Northern California and Sierra
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 05/21/2013 - 10:32pmHere is the Memorial Day weekend fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of May 22-28. Pack plenty of sunscreen, fill your cooler full of cold beverages and enjoy the long holiday weekend.
Storms make way for blue skies
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 03/08/2013 - 6:24pmFollowing a series of storms that brought some much needed precipitation to the Lake Tahoe Basin, sunny weather is expected to return to the area this weekend and into next week.South Shore ski res...
South Shore Lake Tahoe prepares for second round of winter season
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 02/07/2013 - 11:53amWith snow on the way in time for the weekend, South Shore Lake Tahoe has a number of activities at ski resorts, lodges and casinos lined up now through spring. Besides skiing and snow boarding at Sierra Resort, Heavenly and Kirkwood there's concerts, contests and festivals planned in the weeks ahead.
Sierra snowpack below average after dry month
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 01/29/2013 - 6:18pmAlmost every year since 1987, Chief of the California Cooperative Snow Survey Frank Gehrke has recorded a mid-winter lull during which fewer storms hit the Sierra Nevada. And 2013 was no excepti...
Weather systems unlikely to produce large snow amounts
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 01/23/2013 - 2:29pmA weak low pressure system will pass through region tonight, helping to increase winds and mix out valley inversions as well as bring light snow showers to the foothills and Sierra, according to the National Weather Service in Reno.
Snow levels could drop between 5,500 feet to 6,500 feet with slush snow accumulation of about two inches possible above 6,000 feet through Thursday, said Jessica Kielhorn, meteorologist technician with the weather service.
Storms brew over crawfish
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 01/12/2013 - 6:00amTahoe Lobster Co., the first commercial fishing operation to come to Lake Tahoe since the 1930s, drew national attention, but it's also worried some regional outfitters who say fish like the trout and mackinaw rely on the crawfish for food.
Good start for Sierra snowpack
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 01/03/2013 - 5:48pmThe Sierra snowpack is off to a good start because of some recent storms that brought plenty of moisture to the region. It comes just in time for the first snow survey of the year.
"It's all just good news," hydrologist Dan Greenlee said. "This is fantastic."
The numbers for the first snow survey, this year, couldn't be much better. The snow amount is almost double the average for December. The snowpack is already about two-thirds of a full season's average, with three more months to go.
Kirkwood celebrates seven feet of snow and 40th anniversary New Year's Eve
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 12/25/2012 - 12:10pmWith seven feet of new snow in the past four days, Kirkwood Mountain Resort is living up to its reputation for the deepest and driest snow around Lake Tahoe and is well on its way to exceeding its average annual snowfall total of 600 inches.
So far the 2012-13 season snowfall total for Kirkwood is 210 inches, and more is on the way with storms heading into the New Year in time for the mountain's 40th anniversary.
Storms knocking down Nevada drought rating
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 12/24/2012 - 11:30amWith a seventh major storm in progress. Western Nevada drought conditions in Douglas County are showing signs of improving, according to the U.S. Seasonal Outlook issued on Thursday.December, Ja...
Woman dies, two injured in Mount Rose Highway accident
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 12/21/2012 - 6:19pmA woman died Friday and two were injured in a vehicle accident east of Joy Lake Road on State Route 431, Mount Rose Highway, the Nevada Highway Patrol reports.
The accident happened shortly before 2 p.m. and closed the highway for more than an hour. The woman's name has not been released pending notification of family members.
South Shore resorts expected to be fully open following storms
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/21/2012 - 4:04pmWith as much as 6 feet of new snow expected at the upper elevations of the Lake Tahoe region by Monday, skiers and snowboarders will likely receive the gift of fully open ski resorts this Christ...
South Shore resorts expected to be fully open following storms
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/21/2012 - 4:04pmWith as much as 6 feet of new snow expected at the upper elevations of the Lake Tahoe region by Monday, skiers and snowboarders will likely receive the gift of fully open ski resorts this Christ...
Travel and safety tips for the upcoming Christmas and New Year’s holidays
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 12/21/2012 - 12:15pmWith Christmas and New Years Day each falling on a Tuesday this year, most families may be planning one or both holidays into a four-day event and traveling out of the area or staying near home and celebrating locally. Long holiday weekends generally means more motorists traveling on our state’s roadways thus increasing the calls for service for our agency. Please assist us with our highway safety efforts this holiday season by always driving with safety in mind first, being courteous to others motorists, and never drink and drive.
Lake Tahoe, Sierra brace for winter storms to arrive as Christmas travel period begins
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 12/20/2012 - 7:16pmA series of strong winter storms will arrive in three waves and when it is over, anywhere from 2 to 5 feet of snow will have dropped above Lake Tahoe, at ski resorts, on highways and throughout much of the Sierra in time for Christmas.
A Winter Storm Warning issued by the National Weather Service is in effect through Monday morning for Lake Tahoe and the Sierra as a strong series of systems moves into the region.
Periods of light to moderate snow will begin Friday and intensive early Saturday morning with moderate to heavy snow Saturday through Sunday night.
Winter storms through the weekend, Christmas holiday to bring feet of snow to Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 12/18/2012 - 4:36pmArriving in time for the Christmas holidays, a series of winter storms are headed for Lake Tahoe prompting the National Weather Service in Reno to issue a Winter Storm Watch.
Snow amounts of 18 to 30 inches are expected above 7,000 feet and around a foot at lake level Friday through Saturday, according to the weather service.
Storms to keep hitting region
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/14/2012 - 5:46pmMore wet weather is headed to the Lake Tahoe region following storms that dropped up to 2 feet of snow in areas of the Sierra Nevada this week.A series of low-pressure systems is expected to move i...
Big fish caught at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 12/12/2012 - 11:55amBelow is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California, Lake Tahoe and the Sierra. This report is for the week of Dec. 12-18. We want to note a big fish caught by Eric St. Denis of South Lake Tahoe, Calif., pictured above. Eric caught a 28-pound, 9-ounce Mackinaw trout at Lake Tahoe on Dec. 9, at 10:30 a.m. Photos courtesy of Gene St. Denis of Blue Ribbon Charters.
The Lake Tahoe record for Mackinaw Trout is a 37-pound, 6-ounce (44 inches in length) trophy caught by Robert Aronsen, way back in 1974. To date, only a handful of Macks have been caught that have weighed 30 pounds or more.
Yosemite's Tioga Road closed for the season
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 12/04/2012 - 10:46amYOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, Calif. (AP) - A series of storms that dumped several feet of snow on the high Sierra has forced the closure of a major road through Yosemite National Park.After the storms d...
More heavy rain expected to hit drenched Calif.
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 12/04/2012 - 10:35amSAN FRANCISCO (AP) - Northern California residents recovering Monday from a series of wet, windy storms likely won't get much of a break as another system is expected to drench the area.Up to 5 mor...
Friday is South Lake Tahoe Community Tree Lighting
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 12/03/2012 - 2:17amEvent Date:
December 7, 2012 - 5:00pm
South Lake Tahoe knows how to throw a holiday bash and the one planned this Friday is sure to bring smiles, thrills and some welcome bliss after the weekend's series of storms.
The annual Community Winter Tree Lighting will be Friday at the California Visitor Center, 3066 Lake Tahoe Blvd. South Lake Tahoe and runs from 5 to 7 p.m.
Douglas County prepares for next wave of storms; sandbags available at Zephyr Cove firehouse
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 12/01/2012 - 2:12pmUPDATE 11:10AM: The Douglas County Emergency Management has implemented a precautionary action plan for this weekend’s weather event. The Management team met this morning and discussed the event thus far. The major event has been a downed tree on Centerville Road, but has since been removed.
UPDATE: Carson Spur reopens, Carson Pass still closed
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 11/30/2012 - 12:04pmStrong winter storms have caused Caltrans to close Highway 88 over Carson Pass, according to a Friday statement. Carson Spur, on the west side of Kirkwood Mountain Resort was closed due to avalanch...
Rain, wind and snow to blast Lake Tahoe through weekend
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 11/29/2012 - 2:12pmSnow, heavy rain and strong winds are expected for the Sierra, Lake Tahoe and Western Nevada through the weekend. The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a Winter Weather Advisory and Wind Advisory from 10 Thursday night through 4 p.m. Friday for areas above 7,000 feet. For the first wave of a series of three storms, anywhere between 8 to 16 inches of snow is expected around 7,000 feet and above and between 2 to 3 feet above 8,000 feet.
Lake Tahoe resorts prepare as series of winter storms begin
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 11/28/2012 - 1:58pmThe ever-changing forecast for a series of winter storms is calling for several feet of new snow between now and Monday as the first round of this Sierra storm has hit Lake Tahoe. Thanks to the highest elevations in the Sierra, it is currently snowing at Heavenly, Kirkwood at Sierra-at-Tahoe, the resorts report.
Here's the latest from the National Weather Service in Reno. Click on photos to see the illustration:
Heavy rain; high elevation snow expected
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/27/2012 - 5:54pmA series of wet winter storms is expected to drop lots of rain, and snow at high elevations, through the weekend in the Sierra Nevada."A fast moving storm system will bring a period of wet weather ...
Pray for cold: Weather systems likely to bring rain to lake level
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 11/27/2012 - 4:40pmA lot of moisture is headed our way, but according to the latest from the National Weather Service in Reno, any significant snow is likely to be along the Sierra's higher elevations.
Fire up the prayer and meditation circles. We could use a drop in temperatures.
Series of storms lined up to bring snow to Lake Tahoe and Sierra
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 11/25/2012 - 5:33amA series of weather systems are due to arrive later this week that could bring significant snow amounts to Lake Tahoe area ski resorts and surrounding Sierra.
The weather changes are due to arrive beginning Wednesday with a quick-moving storm expected to bring a few inches of snow to the region, according to the National Weather Service in Reno.
Storms provide water for Yosemite falls to flow again
Submitted by admin on Fri, 11/23/2012 - 12:55pmHell on the Highway
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/20/2012 - 6:00amTRUCKEE, Calif. - Winter rages across Donner Summit, 100 mph wind gusts blow Pacific storms of blinding snow that ravage the 7,240-foot pass on Interstate 80 above Donner Lake. The brutal storm ...