Headline:
Flood Advisory issued July 14 at 6:32PM PDT until July 14 at 9:30PM PDT by NWS Elko NV
Event:
Flood Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 14, 2026 - 6:32pm
Expires:
July 14, 2026 - 9:30pm
Description:
* WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is
expected.
* WHERE...A portion of north central Nevada, including the following
county, Lander.
* WHEN...Until 930 PM PDT.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
Rises in small streams and normally dry arroyos. Dangerous flows
over low-water crossings. Some low-water crossings may become
impassable.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 632 PM PDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to
thunderstorms. This will cause small stream flooding. Between
0.9 and 1.3 inches of rain have fallen.
- This includes the following streams and drainages...
Smith Creek.
Additional rainfall amounts up to 0.5 inches are expected
over the area. This additional rain will result in minor
flooding.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
mainly rural areas of Southwestern Lander County
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the
dangers of flooding.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
In hilly terrain there are hundreds of low water crossings which are
potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not attempt to cross flooded
roads. Find an alternate route.
Area Description:
Lander, NV
Forcast Office:
NWS Elko NV
Sender: