Nevada
A blizzard warning is in effect for the Central Sierra Nevada, here's what to know
FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — The National Weather Service Hanford has issued a blizzard warning for parts of the Central Sierra Nevada mountains.
The warning is in effect starting at elevations above 5,000 from 4 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 29 to 10 a.m. Sunday, March 3.
An estimated four to eight feet of snow is expected to fall with wind gusts up to 65 mph. The high winds are expected to create whiteout conditions.
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Along with the blizzard warning, a winter storm warning has been placed at elevations 2,500ft and above.
Below are the specific locations that will be impacted by either the blizzard warning or the winter storm warning.
Here are the specific locations that will be affected by an upcoming blizzard warning and winter storm warning.
How the affected communities are preparing:
Fresno and Madera Counties have already began preparting
In Fresno County, at least three to four feet of snow is expected to hit areas like Shaver Lake. Officials are learning from last year’s experience of heavy snow to prepare for this weekend’s storm.
PG&E says access is their main concern, especially if any power outages happen. The Fresno County Office of Emergency Services is working with other law enforcement agencies to have extra equipment on hand over the weekend.
Fresno Co. officials urge preparedness ahead of blizzard warning for Sierra Nevada
It was the calm before the storm in Shaver Lake Wednesday with only patches of leftover snow on the ground from the last winter storm.
In Madera County, the Sheriff’s Office has activated its emergency operations center and have begun pre-positioning equipment and search and rescue personnel.
Residents are urged to stay off the road unless its an emergency and to remember to pack supplies including tire chains.
Madera county residents gear up for incoming severe storm
While blue skies hung over Madera County on Wednesday afternoon, people at the ACE hardware store were gearing up for the severe weather expected.
Utah Valley Wolverines (5-1) at Nevada Wolf Pack (3-2)
Reno, Nevada; Monday, 9:30 p.m. EST
BOTTOM LINE: Utah Valley is looking to continue its three-game win streak with a victory against Nevada.
The Wolf Pack have gone 3-0 in home games. Nevada ranks ninth in the MWC in rebounding averaging 30.0 rebounds. Makayla Carter paces the Wolf Pack with 5.8 boards.
The Wolverines are 2-1 on the road. Utah Valley averages 66.7 points and has outscored opponents by 13.0 points per game.
Nevada’s average of 2.6 made 3-pointers per game is 3.7 fewer made shots on average than the 6.3 per game Utah Valley allows. Utah Valley averages 6.3 made 3-pointers per game this season, 1.3 more made shots on average than the 5.0 per game Nevada allows.
TOP PERFORMERS: Ahrray Young is scoring 10.8 points per game with 4.8 rebounds and 2.2 assists for the Wolf Pack. Izzy Sullivan is averaging 9.6 points and 2.2 rebounds while shooting 40.9%.
Amanda Barcello is shooting 46.8% and averaging 13.8 points for the Wolverines. Tessa Chaney is averaging 11.8 points.
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The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — The Nevada Highway Patrol, a division of the Nevada State Police, has announced its participation in the Joining Forces traffic safety campaign.
This initiative combines 37 law enforcement agencies across Nevada, focusing on traffic safety awareness and enforcement.
The campaign will run from October 2025 through September 2026. Joining Forces is a high-visibility, multi-jurisdictional effort aimed at increasing safety on Nevada’s roads.
The program emphasizes increased awareness and enforcement of traffic laws, including distracted and impaired driving, seat belt use, speeding, pedestrian safety, and motorcycle and bicycle laws.
The Nevada Highway Patrol’s participation is made possible through a grant from the Nevada Department of Public Safety, Office of Traffic Safety, and the National Highway Safety Transportation Administration.
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