LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — After practically seven months with out measurable rain, the Las Vegas valley expects rain, and even snow at increased elevations Thursday.
A lightweight rain began falling within the early morning hours within the southeast valley close to Boulder Metropolis and Henderson, and the far west valley close to Pink Rock Canyon and Summerlin. The showers will develop into extra widespread because the day advances.
8 Information Now Visitors Anchor Nate Tannenbaum urges drivers to be particularly cautious.
“With the lack of rain, even a little sprinkle makes the roads slippery,” he mentioned.
The RTC reported a number of crashes across the valley within the early morning hours. Nevertheless, it is not recognized if these crashes had been associated to the climate.
8 Information Now Climate Anchor Sherry Swensk mentioned the forecast is asking for widespread showers all through the day that can get heavier by the late afternoon and early night. Snowfall is anticipated on close by mountains, anyplace from 12 to 24 inches. A “severe” winter storm warning is in impact till Friday afternoon for the Spring Mountains, together with Pink Rock Canyon, and the Sheep Vary.
