Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 23 at 2:38PM MDT by NWS Pueblo CO
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 23, 2026 - 1:38pm
Expires:
July 23, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description:
At 238 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8
miles north of Pritchett, or 16 miles west of Springfield, moving
northeast at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and penny 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 northwestern Baca
and southeastern Bent Counties.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Las Animas Vicinity/Bent County; Springfield Vicinity/Baca County
Forcast Office:
NWS Pueblo CO
Sender: