Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 26 at 6:27PM MDT by NWS Goodland KS
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 26, 2026 - 5:27pm
Expires:
April 26, 2026 - 6:15pm
Description:
At 626 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms 15 miles northeast of Boyero, or 18 miles south of
Flagler, moving northeast at 30 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 outdoor objects is
possible.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of northwestern
Cheyenne and southwestern Kit Carson Counties in east central
Colorado.
This includes Interstate 70 in Colorado between mile markers 415 and
417.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
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.
Area Description:
Kit Carson County; Cheyenne County
Forcast Office:
NWS Goodland KS
Sender: