Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 3:30PM PDT by NWS Elko NV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 16, 2026 - 3:30pm
Expires:
July 16, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description:
At 330 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 15
miles northeast of Grass Valley, moving north at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Heavy rainfall along with gusty winds could knock down tree
limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage
to vegetation is possible.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of west central Eureka
County.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
Area Description:
Northern Lander County and Northern Eureka County; Southern Lander County and Southern Eureka County
Forcast Office:
NWS Elko NV
Sender: