* CHANGES...No changes.

* Affected Area...Fire Weather Zone 270 Surprise Valley California, Fire Weather Zone 278 Eastern Lassen County, Fire Weather Zone 420 Northern Sierra Front including Carson City, Douglas, Storey, Southern Washoe, Western Lyon, and Far Southern Lassen Counties, Fire Weather Zone 458 Northern Washoe County.

* Winds...Southwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.

* Humidity...As low as 12 percent.

* Duration...3 to 6 hours between 11 AM and 11 PM PDT.

* Impacts...The combination of gusty winds and low humidity 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

* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph for Washoe Lake.

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

* WHEN...From 11 AM to 11 PM PDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds and increased wave heights on area lakes will create hazardous conditions for small boats, kayaks and paddle boards.

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