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Flood Watch issued October 11 at 11:55AM PDT until October 12 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV

11:55 AM — October 12th, 12:00 AM

* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of northwest Arizona, including the following areas, Hualapai Mountains, Lake Havasu and Fort Mohave, Lake Mead - AZ side, Lake Mohave - AZ side, Northwest Deserts and Northwest Plateau and Nevada, including the following areas, Lake Mead - NV side, Lake Mohave - NV side, Las Vegas Valley, Lincoln County, Northeast Clark County, Sheep Range, Southern Clark County, Spring Mountains-Red Rock Canyon and Western Clark and Southern Nye County. * WHEN...Through late tonight. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Low-water crossings may be flooded. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Incoming tropical moisture will lead to widespread shower and thunderstorm activity, some of which may cause flash flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Wind Advisory issued October 11 at 2:08PM PDT until October 12 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV

2:08 PM — October 12th, 5:00 AM

* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...In California, Cadiz Basin, Eastern Mojave Desert, Morongo Basin, and Western Mojave Desert. In Nevada, Las Vegas Valley. * WHEN...Until 5 AM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

Wind Advisory issued October 11 at 2:08PM PDT until October 12 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV

2:08 PM — October 12th, 5:00 AM

* WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph expected. * WHERE...Portions of northwest Arizona, southeast California, and south central and southern Nevada. * WHEN...From 8 PM PDT / MST this evening to 5 AM PDT / MST Monday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

Kelso Depot Visitor Center Closed

Kelso Depot Visitor Center is closed for rehabilitation of the heating and cooling system. We expect to reopen the depot in 2026. The restrooms beside the depot are open.

Delays up to 1 hour are possible at Kelbaker Road Railroad Crossing near Kelso Depot

In the event there are train siding operations at the crossing near Kelso Depot, delays may be up to one hour. Please plan accordingly for this possibility with extra fuel and drinking water. Union Pacific Contact: 1 800 848-8715

Rough and Damaged Roads

Drive slowly and exercise due caution when driving in Mojave National Preserve. Rough and damaged roads exist on both paved and unpaved roads. Watch for potholes. Aiken Mine Rd. is now 4WD only due to soft sand and mudholes. Rocks and debris on Zzyzx Rd.

Fire restrictions in place

Fire restrictions are in place at Mojave National Preserve and Castle Mountains National Monument. Wood and charcoal fires are not permitted. Most camp stoves are. See fire restriction order for additional restrictions and details.

Use Caution on Roads with Debris

Flooding has resulted in debris along Cima Road as well as shoulders being washed out. Please use caution when driving and watch for road crews at work. Be aware that unimproved and dirt roads may be impassible due to washouts, so plan accordingly.

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