Thunderstorm Wind — Elko, Nevada

2018-07-21 · near Elko, Elko, Nevada

Event narrative

Scaffolding collapsed from gusty outflow winds between 50 to 55 mph. No injuries, but the roadway was blocked. Elko Airport also gusted to 51 mph and NWS Elko gusted to 49 mph. Blowing dust was also observed.

Wider weather episode

A thunderstorm produced gusty outflow winds of unknown speed, which destroyed scaffolding in downtown Elko.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 763698. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.