Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 5:39PM PDT by NWS Elko NV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 16, 2026 - 5:39pm
Expires:
July 16, 2026 - 6:15pm
Description:
At 539 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 20
miles north of Dunphy, moving northeast at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and half inch 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...
Willow Creek Reservoir.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Brief heavy rainfall is possible with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Area Description:
Northern Elko County; Northern Lander County and Northern Eureka County
Forcast Office:
NWS Elko NV
Sender: