First published Oct 22, 2026, 5:30:15 AM UTC · Last updated Oct 22, 2026, 6:06:15 AM UTC

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Severe Thunderstorm Warning — NWS Las Vegas NV

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Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued October 21 at 10:07PM PDT until October 21 at 10:45PM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV

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The warning covered Mohave County, Arizona, and Clark and Lincoln counties, Nevada; an observed storm over Mesquite was moving northeast at 40 mph, with 60 mph gusts and quarter-size hail. The source instructed people to shelter inside and stay away from windows.

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The source warns of damaging winds and hail and gives an immediate shelter instruction.

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Oct 22, 2026, 5:47 AM UTC
The warning covered Mohave County, Arizona, and Clark and Lincoln counties, Nevada; an observed storm over Mesquite was moving northeast at 40 mph, with 60 mph gusts and quarter-size hail. The source instructed people to shelter inside and stay away from windows.
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