Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 5 at 9:24PM PDT by NWS Reno NV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 5, 2026 - 9:24pm
Expires:
May 5, 2026 - 10:00pm
Description:
At 924 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8
miles northeast of Wabuska, or 18 miles south of Lahontan Reservoir,
moving southwest at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Yerington, Mason, Wabuska, Weed Heights, Junction Nv 339 And Nv 208,
Artesia Lake, Yerington Municipal Airport, and Smith Valley.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties; Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area; Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake
Forcast Office:
NWS Reno NV
Sender: