Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 6 at 5:32PM PDT by NWS Elko NV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 6, 2026 - 5:32pm
Expires:
July 6, 2026 - 6:00pm
Description:
At 531 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 22
miles southwest of Leonard Creek Ranch, moving northeast at 20 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.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of west central
Humboldt County.
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.
Persons in campgrounds should consider seeking sturdy shelter until
this storm passes.
Area Description:
Humboldt County
Forcast Office:
NWS Elko NV
Sender: