Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 23 at 6:09PM MDT by NWS Pueblo CO
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 23, 2026 - 5:09pm
Expires:
August 23, 2026 - 5:45pm
Description:
At 609 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Swink, or near La Junta, moving east at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 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.
Locations impacted include...
La Junta, North La Junta, Swink, and Cheraw.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
La Junta Vicinity/Otero County
Forcast Office:
NWS Pueblo CO
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov