News Summary
Officials in North Las Vegas, including Senator Catherine Cortez Masto and Congressman Steven Horsford, have celebrated the passage of the Apex Area Technical Correction Act. This new legislation simplifies the expansion process for businesses in the Apex area, eliminating necessary permitting related to utilities and infrastructure. The change is expected to spur economic growth and create thousands of jobs. Meanwhile, the region is facing potential thunderstorms, with a flash flood warning issued for parts of northwestern Clark County. The upcoming weekend forecasts drier conditions but possible isolated showers.
North Las Vegas – Officials in North Las Vegas, including Senator Catherine Cortez Masto and Congressman Steven Horsford, celebrated the recent passage of the Apex Area Technical Correction Act. This legislation, which aims to simplify the process for businesses seeking to expand within the Apex area, was introduced by Cortez Masto and Horsford and was signed into law by President Trump in July.
The Apex Area Technical Correction Act eliminates the necessity for a burdensome permitting process related to basic utilities and infrastructure in the Apex area. This change is anticipated to lead to increased economic growth and job creation in North Las Vegas, with estimates suggesting the creation of thousands of new jobs as a result of the more streamlined process for businesses.
In addition to the economic implications, residents in the Southern Nevada region are currently facing potential thunderstorms through Wednesday. Following this period of unsettled weather, drier air is expected to lead to a decrease in rain chances for the remainder of the week, although slight chances of showers and thunderstorms may persist into Thursday, particularly in local mountain areas.
Current Weather Conditions
As of now, the forecast predicts that Labor Day weekend will trend drier, with anticipated high temperatures reaching around 100°F on Saturday and Sunday. However, slight chances for showers and thunderstorms may return on Labor Day, with unsettled weather continuing through the following Wednesday.
Before the weekend, a flash flood warning was issued by the National Weather Service for parts of northwestern Clark County, including Indian Springs. This warning is in effect until 4:15 p.m. on the issuing day. Monday’s forecast indicates widespread showers and thunderstorms, with Las Vegas temperatures expected to hover around 98°F. Winds may reach speeds of up to 10 mph from the southeast, becoming stronger in areas experiencing thunderstorms. The thunderstorms present potential threats, including flash flooding and frequent lightning.
Rainfall Measurements and Monsoon Season
Recent rainfall data indicates that parts of Henderson and the southwest valley experienced rain totals ranging from 0.04 to 0.67 inches, according to measurements from Regional Flood Control District gauges. Specifically, Henderson Executive Airport recorded 0.24 inches, and Rainbow Canyon in Mount Charleston noted 0.28 inches. The 2025 Las Vegas Monsoon season, which runs from July 1 to September 30, is currently the fourth-driest on record, with a total of only 2.05 inches of rain, compared to the seasonal average of 2.27 inches.
As of now, the last measurable rainfall at Harry Reid International Airport occurred on July 3, when only trace amounts were recorded. Weather experts have indicated that despite the high likelihood of rain, the strength of approaching storms diminished as they approached the valley.
Heat Advisory and Cooling Protocols
An extreme heat warning has been in effect until 11 p.m. Saturday, with temperatures projected to be 5 to 10 degrees above normal. In light of this extreme heat, Clark County has activated cooling stations to support residents during the warm weather. Weather models indicate that while temperatures are expected to cool into the low 90s by Tuesday, the triple-digit heat will return by the upcoming weekend.
Through this combination of legislative developments concerning economic growth and potential weather challenges that impact local conditions, North Las Vegas remains poised for significant activity both in terms of its business landscape and in the face of changing weather patterns over the coming days.
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