Colorado Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 06/12/2026 17:15

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued June 12 at 6:15PM MDT by NWS Pueblo CO
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
June 12, 2026 - 5:15pm
Expires: 
June 12, 2026 - 5:45pm
Description: 
At 615 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 23 miles south of John Martin Reservoir, or 31 miles southeast of North La Junta, moving east at 45 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... Two Buttes Reservoir.
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. To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement agency. They will relay your report to the National Weather Service office in Pueblo.
Area Description: 
Eastern Las Animas County; Las Animas Vicinity/Bent County; Lamar Vicinity/Prowers County; Springfield Vicinity/Baca County
Forcast Office: 
NWS Pueblo CO