RED FLAG WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 11 PM PDT WEDNESDAY
South Lake Tahoe Ca., August 30, 2021 – With the unexpected South Lake Tahoe Evacuation order that come about 11 am today, Mandatory Evacuation for all residents up to Nevada Stateline. This also includes area as far north on Westside of the lake to Meeks bay.
With the Caldor fire reaching the Echo summit today and racing past Sierra At Tahoe last night because of winds. The news is getting worse in the weather forecast. Listening to ABC 10 today they are calling for winds up to 50 miles an hour at the Echo summit and winds and red flag warnings will remain through Tuesday.
Needless to say the next 48 hours in South Lake Tahoe are dangerous and should be taken seriously.
RED FLAG WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 11 PM PDT WEDNESDAY FOR UNSTABLE CONDITIONS, GUSTY WINDS, AND LOW HUMIDITY FOR THE EASTERN SIERRA AND WESTERN NEVADA… *
Changes… Extended Red Flag Warning to 11 PM Wednesday. *
Affected Area…Fire Zone 272 Greater Lake Tahoe and Truckee Area,
Fire Zone 420 Northern Sierra Front including Carson City, Douglas, Storey, Southern Washoe, Western Lyon, and Far Southern Lassen Counties,
Fire Zone 421 Southern Sierra Front including Alpine, Northern Mono, Southern Lyon and and Western Mineral Counties. *
Winds…Southwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts to around 35 mph. Gusts may reach 40 mph in some locations Tuesday, especially along Highway 395. Winds gusts may exceed 50 mph over ridge lines in the Sierra late tonight and Tuesday. * Humidity…Minimum values 5 to 15 percent. *
Duration…3 to 6 hours Monday and Tuesday afternoons. Winds will not subside much for exposed midslopes and ridges during the overnight periods. * Impacts…
The combination of unstable conditions, gusty winds and low humidity can cause fire to rapidly grow in size and intensity. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… Avoid outdoor activities that can cause a spark near dry vegetation, such as yard work, target shooting, or campfires. Follow local fire restrictions. Check weather.gov/reno for updates and livingwithfire.info for preparedness tips.
