Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 22 at 1:36PM PDT by NWS Elko NV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 22, 2026 - 1:36pm
Expires:
August 22, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description:
At 135 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Jarbidge, moving northeast at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph with periods of heavy rainfall.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Heavy rainfall may cause elevated
runoffs in nearby creeks.
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