Headline:
Extreme Heat Watch issued August 3 at 12:01AM PDT until August 9 at 8:00AM PDT by NWS Reno NV
Event:
Extreme Heat Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
August 3, 2026 - 12:01am
Expires:
August 3, 2026 - 7:15pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, highs 100 to 104 degrees with
overnight lows between 65 to 71 degrees. Widespread Moderate
HeatRisk with areas of Major HeatRisk in lower valleys. For the
Extreme Heat Watch, highs 101 to 106 degrees with overnight lows
between 65 to 75 degrees. Widespread Major HeatRisk with areas of
Extreme HeatRisk in lower valleys.
* WHERE...Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake.
* WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, from 8 AM Wednesday to 8 AM PDT
Thursday. For the Extreme Heat Watch, from Thursday morning through
Sunday morning.
* IMPACTS...Heat-related illnesses will be more likely, especially
for those spending extended periods outdoors, in poorly cooled
indoor spaces, or who are sensitive to heat.
Instruction:
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
Area Description:
Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake
Forcast Office:
NWS Reno NV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov