Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 8 at 1:47PM MDT by NWS Pueblo CO
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 8, 2026 - 12:47pm
Expires:
July 8, 2026 - 1:15pm
Description:
At 147 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Manzanola, or 19 miles northwest of La Junta, moving southeast at 20
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...
Rocky Ford, Swink, Manzanola, Olney Springs, and Crowley.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 800 PM MDT for
southeastern Colorado.
Area Description:
Crowley County; La Junta Vicinity/Otero County
Forcast Office:
NWS Pueblo CO
Sender: