Winter Storm — Sw & Sc Elko, Nevada

2008-01-31 · Sw & Sc Elko, Nevada

Event narrative

Four to seven inches of new snow was reported. In addition, winds of 25 to 35 mph with gusts to 45 mph caused considerable blowing and drifting snow creating drifts up to 4 feet in Spring Creek and Ryndon.

Wider weather episode

A winter storm brought strong winds and heavy snow to northern Nevada. Three to seven inches of new snow was reported across northern Nevada. In addition strong winds with the storm caused considerable blowing and drifting of the snow. Snow drifts up to four feet were reported in Spring Creek and Ryndon.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 67881. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.