Headline:
Extreme Heat Warning issued August 5 at 4:53PM PDT until August 9 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Elko NV
Event:
Extreme Heat Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 5, 2026 - 4:53pm
Expires:
August 6, 2026 - 11:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Combination of afternoon highs ranging 98-103 and overnight
lows in the middle 70s will contribute to major heat risk and
elevated heat stress with limited overnight recovery.
* WHERE...South Central Elko and Southeastern Elko Counties.
* WHEN...From 11 AM Thursday to 11 PM PDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat and high humidity events.
Instruction:
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and
heat stroke.
To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in
shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat
should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an
emergency! Call 9 1 1.
Area Description:
Southeastern Elko County; South Central Elko County
Forcast Office:
NWS Elko NV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov