Headline:
Tornado Warning issued August 13 at 1:37PM PDT until August 13 at 2:15PM PDT by NWS Reno NV
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
August 13, 2026 - 1:37pm
Expires:
August 13, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description:
At 137 PM PDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Derby Dam, or 16 miles northeast of Virginia City,
moving east at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and quarter size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.
This dangerous storm will be near...
Derby Dam around 140 PM PDT.
Fernley around 155 PM PDT.
Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include
Fernley - Tiger Field Airport and Wadsworth.
Instruction:
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile
home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and
protect yourself from flying debris.
Area Description:
Lyon, NV; Storey, NV; Washoe, NV
Forcast Office:
NWS Reno NV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov