Las Vegas, NV – A powerful winter storm is set to impact parts of Nevada and California beginning late Tuesday, bringing heavy snowfall, strong winds, and blizzard conditions through Thursday evening.
According to the National Weather Service in Las Vegas, areas above 5,500 feet in Esmeralda, Central Nye, and Lincoln counties in Nevada could see 4 to 8 inches of snow, with gusts up to 50 mph. The Eastern Sierra Slopes in California may receive 1 to 2 feet of snow above 8,000 feet, with 60 mph wind gusts creating whiteout conditions.
Travel will likely be dangerous, with roads becoming slick and visibility dropping below 1/4 mile in blowing snow. Officials urge residents to delay travel if possible and prepare emergency kits.
For the latest updates, visit weather.gov/lasvegas.
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