LAS VEGAS, NV – An early season storm system is sweeping across Southern Nevada, Eastern California, and Northwestern Arizona today, bringing gusty winds, blowing dust, and mountain snow through early Wednesday morning.
According to the National Weather Service in Las Vegas, a Wind Advisory has been expanded to cover all of Southern Nevada, Eastern San Bernardino County, and Northern Mohave County. South to southwest gusts between 40 and 50 mph are expected, creating strong crosswinds, blowing debris, and hazardous boating conditions.
In higher elevations, a Winter Storm Warning is in effect for the Eastern Sierra, where 8 to 16 inches of snow is forecast between 7,000 and 9,000 feet, with up to 2 feet possible above 9,000 feet. Winds in mountain zones could also gust to 50 mph, creating near-whiteout conditions in some passes.
Additional Winter Weather Advisories cover the White Mountains and Spring Mountains, where several inches of snow and gusts up to 40 mph are possible. Impacts are expected along key routes including Nevada Highways 156, 157, and 158.
Residents and travelers are urged to secure loose outdoor items, use caution on roads prone to crosswinds, and check forecasts before driving into higher terrain.
