Colorado Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 06/24/2026 15:50

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued June 24 at 4:50PM MDT by NWS Pueblo CO
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
June 24, 2026 - 3:50pm
Expires: 
June 24, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description: 
At 450 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Trinidad, moving east at 25 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... Trinidad and Starkville.
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 1000 PM MDT for southeastern Colorado.
Area Description: 
Southern Sangre De Cristo Mountains Between 7500 and 11000 Ft; Trinidad Vicinity/Western Las Animas County Below 7500 Ft
Forcast Office: 
NWS Pueblo CO