Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 13 at 5:43PM MDT by NWS Pueblo CO
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 13, 2026 - 4:43pm
Expires:
May 13, 2026 - 5:15pm
Description:
At 543 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 20
miles southeast of Thatcher, or 38 miles south of North La Junta,
moving northeast 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.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of south central Otero
and northeastern Las Animas Counties.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
La Junta Vicinity/Otero County; Eastern Las Animas County
Forcast Office:
NWS Pueblo CO
Sender: