Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 5 at 8:23PM PDT by NWS Reno NV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 5, 2026 - 8:23pm
Expires:
May 5, 2026 - 9:00pm
Description:
At 823 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7
miles northwest of Stillwater, or 8 miles northeast of Fallon, moving
south at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea size 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...
Fallon, Junction U.S 50 And NV 117 (sheckler Cutoff), Fallon
Municipal Airport, Junction U.S 50 And NV 116 (Stuart Rd), Fallon
Station, and Junction U.S 95 And NV 120 (Pasture Rd).
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake
Forcast Office:
NWS Reno NV
Sender: