Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 5:17PM PDT by NWS Elko NV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 16, 2026 - 5:17pm
Expires:
July 16, 2026 - 5:45pm
Description:
At 517 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7
miles east of Lages Junction, moving northeast at 15 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 northeastern White
Pine and southeastern Elko Counties.
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.
Area Description:
Southeastern Elko County; White Pine County; South Central Elko County
Forcast Office:
NWS Elko NV
Sender: