Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 19 at 6:21PM MDT by NWS Pueblo CO
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 19, 2026 - 5:21pm
Expires:
August 19, 2026 - 5:45pm
Description:
At 621 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 12
miles southwest of Manzanola, or 23 miles west of La Junta, moving
south at 5 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and half inch 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 west central Otero
and southeastern Pueblo Counties.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
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.
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:
Pueblo Vicinity/Pueblo County Below 6300 Feet; La Junta Vicinity/Otero County
Forcast Office:
NWS Pueblo CO
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov