Headline:
Extreme Heat Warning issued August 7 at 10:54AM PDT until August 9 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Elko NV
Event:
Extreme Heat Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 7, 2026 - 10:54am
Expires:
August 7, 2026 - 11:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...High temperatures 100 to 105 degrees in the valleys each
afternoon. Low temperatures 73 to 78 degrees in the valleys each
night. This will result in a major risk for heat-related illnesses
for much of the population, especially those without effective
cooling.
* WHERE...South Central Elko County.
* WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat.
Instruction:
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and
heat stroke.
To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in
shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat
should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an
emergency! Call 9 1 1.
Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
Area Description:
South Central Elko County
Forcast Office:
NWS Elko NV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov