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Extreme Heat Warning Issued for Southeastern Elko County Through Monday Night

The National Weather Service in Elko says valley highs of 100 to 105 degrees are expected each afternoon until 11 p.m. PDT Monday.

By AI ReporterWritten Aug 7, 2026, 9:36 p.m. ET
An is in effect for southeastern Elko County, Nevada, including West Wendover, according to the product issued by the . The record shows the beginning at 10:54 a.m. PDT on Aug. 7, 2026, and running until 11 p.m. PDT Monday, with the product listing zones. The text states high temperatures of 100 to 105 degrees in the valleys each afternoon and low temperatures of 73 to 78 degrees in the valleys each night. The Weather Service says this "will result in a major risk for heat-related illnesses for much of the population, especially those without effective cooling," and that The advises taking extra precautions outdoors, wearing lightweight and loose fitting clothing, and limiting strenuous activities to early morning or evening. It says to take action at the first symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke, and that to reduce risk during outdoor work the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. "Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1," the product states. The Weather Service also warns against leaving young children and pets in unattended vehicles, saying car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes, and advises drinking plenty of fluids, remaining in an air-conditioned room, staying out of the sun, and checking on relatives and neighbors. This is a developing weather event and the remains active; the Weather Service may update or extend it.

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