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Reno-area wakes up to cold, snow dusting

Page Last Updated: Wednesday October 28, 2009 8:07am PDT

Reno-area residents woke up to a light dusting of snow and a low temperature that dipped to 30 degrees Wednesday.

Forecasters say the temperatures feel colder because of a wind chill in the low 20s.

Cold air aloft and upslope northerly flow resulted in scattered snow showers early Wednesday morning over portions of far western Nevada and eastern California, according to the National Weather Service.

The highest concentrations of snow showers were from near Gardnerville southward into Mono and Western Mineral counties, including along Highway 395.

Any heavy snow showers could put down a light accumulation of snow, enough to make roadways slick.

A few inches of snow are possible in parts of Mono County. Travelers are reminded to slow down if encountering heavy snow showers, and to allow some extra time to reach their destination during the morning drive.

Winds will gust to between 25 and 30 mph out of the north, making for a chilly morning. Be aware that melt from earlier snow showers may have refrozen on some roads and parking lots, resulting in slick spots. Remember to check the MyNews4.com weather page where you can view interactive weather maps and ski forecasts. You can also listen to NOAA Weather Radio for updates.

The weather in northern Nevada and the Sierra took a turn toward winter Tuesday as a fast-moving front pushed through the region.

Chain controls are required by the Nevada Department of Transportation on a section of Mount Rose Highway--Route 431, and other travel restrictions are in place around the area.

Temperatures dropped about 25 degrees on Tuesday than they were Monday, with highs Tuesday in the mid to upper 40s and overnight lows in the low teens to mid 20s.

Snow flurries fell in Reno during the early afternoon hours of Tuesday.

For Statewide Road Conditions by telephone call 511--within Nevada--or 877-NV-ROADS, and call 877-687-6237 outside of Nevada.

-The Associated Press and MyNews4.com provided this report.

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