Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 24 at 1:58PM PDT by NWS Elko NV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 24, 2026 - 1:58pm
Expires:
August 24, 2026 - 2:30pm
Description:
At 157 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 12
miles northwest of West Wendover, 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 can inundate poor
drainage areas and roadways.
Locations impacted include...
Silver Zone Pass.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Southeastern Elko County; South Central Elko County
Forcast Office:
NWS Elko NV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov