Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 18 at 8:37AM PDT by NWS Elko NV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 18, 2026 - 8:37am
Expires:
September 18, 2026 - 9:00am
Description:
At 836 AM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 13
miles east of Oasis, moving north at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Heavy rainfall along with gusty winds could knock down tree
limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage
to vegetation is possible.
Locations impacted include...
Montello and Silver Zone Pass.
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.
Persons in campgrounds should consider seeking sturdy shelter until
this storm passes.
Area Description:
Northern Elko County; Southeastern Elko County; South Central Elko County
Forcast Office:
NWS Elko NV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov