Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 6 at 7:49PM PDT by NWS Elko NV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 6, 2026 - 7:49pm
Expires:
June 6, 2026 - 10:00pm
Description:
Virga showers drifting across portions of central and northeastern
Nevada will remain capable of producing sudden, erratic non-
thunderstorm downburst winds with gusts to 55 mph through 10:00 PM
PDT. An isolated peak gust of 58 mph was observed at the Ely
airport around 7:20 PM.
These downbursts will cause sudden crosswinds with localized
blowing dust possible, which may briefly reduce visibilities to 3
miles.
Motorists, especially drivers of high profile vehicles should
exercise caution this evening and be prepared for rapid weather
changes. The threat of gusty winds is expected to diminishing
after 10 PM PDT as the atmosphere stabilizes.
Area Description:
Southeastern Elko County; White Pine County; Southern Lander County and Southern Eureka County; South Central Elko County; Northwestern Nye County; Northeastern Nye County
Forcast Office:
NWS Elko NV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov