* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph for Washoe Lake.

* WHERE...Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area.

* WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT this evening.

* 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. Consider postponing boating activities on the lake until a day with less wind. close

* Affected Area...Fire Weather Zone 420 Northern Sierra Front including Carson City, Douglas, Storey, Southern Washoe, Western Lyon, and Far Southern Lassen Counties.

* Winds...West 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* Humidity....Afternoon minimums of 12 to 20 percent.

* Duration...3 to 8 hours.

* Impacts...The combination of gusty winds and dry fuels can cause fire to rapidly grow in size and intensity before first responders can contain them.

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. close