* CHANGES...None.

* Affected Area...Fire Weather Zone 272 Greater Lake Tahoe and
Truckee Area.

* Thunderstorms...Thunderstorm chances increase to 15 to 30
percent for Thursday leading to lightning strikes on dry fuels
especially early Thursday morning. Thunderstorms will produce
hail and periods of moderate to heavy rainfall Thursday
afternoon and evening.

* Outflow Winds...Up to 40 mph.

* Impacts...Lightning can create new fire starts and may combine
with strong outflow winds to cause a fire to rapidly grow in
size and intensity before first responders can contain them.

Avoid outdoor activities that can cause a spark near dry
vegetation, such as yard work, target shooting, or campfires.
Follow local fire restrictions. Check weather.gov/reno for
updates and livingwithfire.info for preparedness tips.