Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 22 at 4:57PM MDT by NWS Pueblo CO
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 22, 2026 - 3:57pm
Expires:
June 22, 2026 - 4:30pm
Description:
At 456 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 18
miles west of Kim, or 40 miles north of Des Moines, moving southeast
at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 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...
Kim.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
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.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 900 PM MDT for
southeastern Colorado.
Area Description:
Eastern Las Animas County
Forcast Office:
NWS Pueblo CO
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov