Colorado Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/24/2026 16:00

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 24 at 5:00PM MDT by NWS Denver CO
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 24, 2026 - 4:00pm
Expires: 
July 24, 2026 - 4:45pm
Description: 
At 500 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Eldorado Springs, or 21 miles northwest of Denver, moving south 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 damage to outdoor objects is possible. Hail may accumulate on roadways causing hazardous travel. Locations impacted include... Arvada, southwestern Westminster, Wheat Ridge, Golden, White Ranch Open Space, Rocky Flats, Eldorado Springs, Mountain View, Marshall and Crescent Village.
Instruction: 
Monitor the weather situation closely and be alert for threatening weather conditions. 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. Heavy rain is occurring with this storm and may lead to flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
Area Description: 
Larimer and Boulder Counties Between 6000 and 9000 Feet; Jefferson and West Douglas Counties Above 6000 Feet/Gilpin/Clear Creek/Northeast Park Counties Below 9000 Feet; Boulder And Jefferson Counties Below 6000 Feet/West Broomfield County
Forcast Office: 
NWS Denver CO
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov