Colorado Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 06/13/2026 18:26

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued June 13 at 7:26PM MDT by NWS Pueblo CO
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
June 13, 2026 - 6:26pm
Expires: 
June 13, 2026 - 7:00pm
Description: 
At 726 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 12 miles south of Timpas, or 26 miles southwest of La Junta, moving northeast at 15 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph 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. This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of south central Otero and north central Las Animas Counties.
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. 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: 
La Junta Vicinity/Otero County; Eastern Las Animas County
Forcast Office: 
NWS Pueblo CO