Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued July 8 at 2:34PM PDT until July 8 at 4:30PM PDT by NWS Elko NV
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
July 8, 2026 - 2:34pm
Expires:
July 8, 2026 - 4:30pm
Description:
At 234 PM PDT, Doppler radar indicates the rainfall over the area
has diminished to light showers but more storms are west of the
warned location. Between 0.75 and 1.25 inches of rain has fallen.
The expected rainfall rate is 1 to 2 inches in 1 hour. Additional
rainfall amounts of 0.25 to 0.75 inch are possible in the warned
area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE...Radar.
IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas,
highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor
drainage and low-lying areas.
Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Contact, as well as portions of US Highway 93 near Contact.
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Area Description:
Elko, NV
Forcast Office:
NWS Elko NV
Sender: