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Extreme Fire Weather Concerns; Severe Thunderstorms from the Plains to Mississippi Valley

Extremely critical fire weather concerns for portions of the southern High Plans as strong wind and very dry conditions could result in rapid spread of any fires. Meanwhile, severe thunderstorms are expected once again across areas of the Central and Southern Plains, then spreading in the Mississippi Valley regions on Monday. Damaging winds, very large hail and strong tornadoes are possible. Read More >

Elko, NV

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Last Map Update: Tue, Apr 28, 2026 at 7:08:28 pm PDT

Thunderstorm Outlook
Strong Wind Gusts
Unseasonably Warm Sunday
Isolated thunderstorms are expected throughout Northern and Central Nevada from 12 PM PDT Thursday afternoon until 6 PM PDT Thursday evening. A few of these thunderstorms could be strong. The primary thunderstorm hazards will be wind gusts near 45 mph and dangerous cloud to ground lightning strikes.
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South wind gusts near 45 mph are expected in parts of Central Nevada late Sunday morning and Sunday afternoon. A Wind Advisory may be required. Blowing dust will reduce visibilities at times. Travel will be difficult, particularly for high profile vehicles.
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High temperatures throughout Northern and Central Nevada this afternoon will be around ten degrees below normal for this time of year.
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