Heat wave brings Red Flag Warning to Carson City, Northwestern Nevada
Above average summer temperatures are forecast over the next several days for Northwestern Nevada, including Carson City, bringing with them a Red Flag Warning issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno.
The Red Flag Warning goes into effect from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and a Fire Weather Watch takes effect from Sunday afternoon through Sunday evening for similar areas, the NWS reports.
Any spark may cause a wildfire in the dry grass and brush. Be mindful of any activity that may cause a spark.
Carson City will see daytime high temperatures in the low to mid-90s beginning Saturday through most of next week with very low humidity from nine to 15 percent.
Daytime temperatures are expected to triple digits, 100 degrees or hotter, in some areas of Northwestern Nevada.
Afternoon and evening breezes with locally higher gusts each day are forecast through Monday. Prevailing dry conditions along with gusty winds will increase the fire danger for parts of western Nevada, especially Saturday. Lighter winds are expected next week, with thunderstorms possible by mid-to-late week.
Residents are advised to take precautions to avoid health dangers and risks caused by excessive heat. Do not leave children or pets in cars, and avoid physical activity during peak times when temperatures are warmest.
A lake wind advisory has also been issued by the NWS in Reno for area water ways goes into effect Saturday afternoon from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Lakes affected include Washoe, Pyramid, Lahontan and Rye Patch. Winds are expected from the southwest to west 15-20 miles per hour (mph) with gusts up to 35 mph.
Wave heights on Pyramid Lake are forecast to reach 1-3 feet with highest waves
from mid-lake to the eastern shores.
Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to capsizing and should remain off lake waters until conditions improve.
Check lake conditions before heading out and be prepared for a sudden increase in winds and wave heights. Consider postponing boating activities on the lake until a day with less wind.
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