Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 23 at 3:28PM PDT by NWS Elko NV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 23, 2026 - 3:28pm
Expires:
August 23, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description:
At 327 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7
miles southwest of Jiggs, moving northeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and heavy rainfall.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Heavy rainfall could inundate poor
drainage areas and roadways.
Locations impacted include...
Jiggs, Harrison Pass, and Franklin Lake.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Ruby Mountains and East Humboldt Range; Southwest Elko County; South Central Elko County
Forcast Office:
NWS Elko NV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov