The Greater Lake Tahoe Area under a lake wind advisory until early Sunday evening

The National Weather Service issued a lake wind advisory at 2:48 a.m. on Sunday valid between 3 a.m. and 5 p.m. for the Greater Lake Tahoe Area.

The NWS Reno NV adds to prepare for, “Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph and waves 2 to 5 feet for Lake Tahoe.”

“Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to capsizing and should remain off lake waters until conditions improve,” according to the NWS. “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.”