Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 27 at 11:33AM PDT by NWS Elko NV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 27, 2026 - 11:33am
Expires:
June 27, 2026 - 12:00pm
Description:
At 1132 AM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm
near Elko, moving east at 35 mph. Radar has indicated weak rotation
in the storm cell that may produce a cold core funnel.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Elko, Ryndon, Spring Creek, Lamoille Summit, and Halleck.
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:
Ruby Mountains and East Humboldt Range; Southwest Elko County
Forcast Office:
NWS Elko NV
Sender: