Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 29 at 6:49AM PDT by NWS Elko NV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 29, 2026 - 6:49am
Expires:
August 29, 2026 - 7:15am
Description:
At 649 AM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 10
miles east of Schellbourne, moving northeast at 50 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Tippets Road.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
Area Description:
Southeastern Elko County; White Pine County
Forcast Office:
NWS Elko NV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov