Flash Flood in Washoe County, Nevada

Flash Flood July 27, 2025 · Washoe County, Nevada

$1.5M

Damage as recorded

Where the report was made, with tornadoes recorded within 15 miles over the years.

What the National Weather Service wrote

Nevada State Police reported flooding on I-80 between Wells Ave and Virginia St prompting the closure of I-80 westbound lanes. Also, University of Nevada Reno reported flooding of buildings on campus and there was flooding reported throughout J Casino.

The wider storm

During the late afternoon and evening of the 27th, intense thunderstorms produced significant rainfall and hail throughout the greater Reno metro area. This lead to several reports of flooded buildings as well as road closures due to flooding.

Began near Vya (39.5591, -119.8556).

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 1270563. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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