Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 27 at 9:58AM PDT by NWS Elko NV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 27, 2026 - 9:58am
Expires:
June 27, 2026 - 10:30am
Description:
At 956 AM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Battle Mountain, moving east at 25 mph. Radar has indicated weak
rotation in the storm cell that may produce a cold core funnel.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Battle Mountain, Argenta, and Mule Canyon Reclamation Project.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. Cold air
funnel clouds could develop in weak thunderstorms and showers. On
rare occasions the funnel can reach the ground and become a weak
tornado that can cause property damage and personal injury. Take the
threat seriously and seek shelter if you see a storm approaching.
Area Description:
Humboldt County; Northern Lander County and Northern Eureka County
Forcast Office:
NWS Elko NV
Sender: