Headline:
Flood Advisory issued September 22 at 2:10PM PDT until September 22 at 4:15PM PDT by NWS Elko NV
Event:
Flood Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 22, 2026 - 2:10pm
Expires:
September 22, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description:
Excessive Rainfall from passing thunderstorms is causing minor
flooding along portions of Wendover Blvd. and I-80 ramps of MM 409.
Some debris possible from flood streams down the mountains.
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...East Central Elko County in northeastern Nevada...
* WHEN...Until 415 PM PDT.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
Water over roadways. Overflowing poor drainage areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 210 PM PDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to
thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin
shortly in the advisory area.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
West Wendover.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law
enforcement and request they pass this information to the National
Weather Service when you can do so safely.
Area Description:
Elko, NV
Forcast Office:
NWS Elko NV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov