Flash Flood — Washoe, Nevada

2025-07-27 · near Sparks, Washoe, Nevada

Event narrative

Nevada DOT Reno reported flooding on Rock Blvd which prompted the closure of the road near I-80.

Wider weather episode

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.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1270564. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.