Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 8 at 2:46PM PDT by NWS Elko NV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 8, 2026 - 2:46pm
Expires:
July 8, 2026 - 3:15pm
Description:
At 246 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 18
miles southwest of Owyhee, moving northeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and penny size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...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 northern Elko
County.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Northern Elko County
Forcast Office:
NWS Elko NV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov