Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 23 at 1:50PM PDT by NWS Elko NV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 23, 2026 - 1:50pm
Expires:
August 23, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description:
At 149 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Wells, moving northeast at 5 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph with heavy rainfall.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Heavy rain could inundate poor drainage
areas or roadways.
Locations impacted include...
Wells and Moor Summit.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Northern Elko County; Ruby Mountains and East Humboldt Range; Southwest Elko County; South Central Elko County
Forcast Office:
NWS Elko NV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov