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Lake Wind Advisory
Issued: 6:11 PM May. 17, 2025 – National Weather Service
...LAKE WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM PDT THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...West to southwest winds around 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph and waves 1 to 3 feet for Lake Tahoe. Gusty and erratic winds from thunderstorms are also possible, with gusts up to 45 mph. * WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area. * WHEN...Until 5 PM PDT this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to capsizing and should remain off lake waters until conditions improve. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Check lake conditions before heading out and be prepared for a sudden increase in winds and wave heights. Thunderstorms can bring rapidly shifting wind directions and stronger gusts. Consider postponing boating activities on the lake until a day with less wind. &&
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