Dense Smoke Advisory issued for area south of Minden/Gardnerville
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/21/2015 - 6:31pm
The National Weather Service has issued a dense smoke advisory for areas downwind of the Washington Fire burning a few miles south of Markleville.
Dense smoke is expected in Smith Valley, Mason Valley, and Antelope Valley. Other areas may also be impacted by smoke.
Please take precautions to avoid activities outdoors when there is smoke present. http://goo.gl/KLpcln
The warning is in effect until 5 a.m. Monday. Visibility is at 1/2 mile to 1 mile.
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