Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 6 at 4:46PM PDT by NWS Elko NV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 6, 2026 - 4:46pm
Expires:
July 6, 2026 - 5:15pm
Description:
At 446 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 10
miles southwest of Montello, moving northeast at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Brief 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.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
Area Description:
Northern Elko County; Southeastern Elko County; South Central Elko County
Forcast Office:
NWS Elko NV
Sender: