Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 21 at 1:51PM PDT by NWS Elko NV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 21, 2026 - 1:51pm
Expires:
July 21, 2026 - 2:30pm
Description:
At 151 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 9
miles west of Montello, moving north at 5 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...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 eastern Elko
County.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
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: