Otero County, CO
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In effect from Saturday 09/19 2:51 PM MDT – Saturday 09/19 3:15 PM MDT
Issued by NWS Pueblo CO
At 251 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Tyrone, or 29 miles northeast of Trinidad, moving northeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible.
Locations impacted include... Delhi and Thatcher.
What to Do
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm. Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe shelter inside a building or vehicle.
This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement agency. They will relay your report to the National Weather Service office in Pueblo.
Areas Impacted
- Trinidad Vicinity/Western Las Animas County Below 7500 Ft
- La Junta Vicinity/Otero County
- Eastern Las Animas County
Briefings
From the Forecaster
Strong Storms Possible Today
Created by the NWS Pueblo WFO
Expect scattered showers and thunderstorms through the mid evening hours. Some these storms could be strong to severe east of the I-25 corridor. Large hail to around one inch and 60 mph wind gusts are the primary threats. #cowx
Seven-day Weather Risk Overview
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