Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 21 at 5:26PM MDT by NWS Pueblo CO
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 21, 2026 - 4:26pm
Expires:
June 21, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
At 525 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from 8 miles south of Weskan to Brandon. Movement
was southeast at 45 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and nickel 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...
Sheridan Lake, Hartman, Chivington, Brandon, and Towner.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with these storms.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
These storms 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.
Area Description:
Eastern Kiowa County; Lamar Vicinity/Prowers County
Forcast Office:
NWS Pueblo CO
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov