Thunderstorm Wind — Nye, Nevada

2024-06-07 to 2024-06-08 · near Currant, Nye, Nevada

Event narrative

Outflow wind gusts from collapsing thunderstorms produced strong gusty winds over Currant Creek RAWS (CCRN2).

Wider weather episode

A strong ridge of high pressure slowly shifted eastward allowing for increased mid-level moisture and instability. Showers and thunderstorms developed causing gusty outflow winds, small hail, and cloud to ground lighting.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1184448. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.