Colorado High Wind Warning | Effective 04/21/2026 12:45

Headline: 
High Wind Warning issued April 21 at 1:45PM MDT until April 22 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Pueblo CO
Event: 
High Wind Warning
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
April 21, 2026 - 12:45pm
Expires: 
April 21, 2026 - 8:45pm
Description: 
* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected. * WHERE...Northern San Luis Valley, and Central San Luis Valley. * WHEN...From 1 PM to 8 PM MDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of blowing dust could reduce visibility to under a mile at times. Be especially careful near recently plowed lands or locations with disturbed soils. Visibility can change rapidly over short distances.
Instruction: 
Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive.
Area Description: 
Del Norte Vicinity/Northern San Luis Valley Below 8500 Ft; Alamosa Vicinity/Central San Luis Valley Below 8500 Ft
Forcast Office: 
NWS Pueblo CO