Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 15 at 12:15PM MDT by NWS Pueblo CO
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 15, 2026 - 11:15am
Expires:
June 15, 2026 - 11:45am
Description:
At 1215 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Aguilar, or 19 miles northwest of Trinidad, moving southeast at 35
mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph, periods of intense rain, and pea
size 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...
Trinidad, Aguilar, and Hoehne.
Instruction:
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.
Area Description:
Southern Sangre De Cristo Mountains Between 7500 and 11000 Ft; Walsenburg Vicinity/Upper Huerfano River Basin Below 7500 Ft; Trinidad Vicinity/Western Las Animas County Below 7500 Ft
Forcast Office:
NWS Pueblo CO
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov