Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 14 at 2:26PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 14, 2026 - 1:26pm
Expires:
September 14, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description:
At 226 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8
miles east of Dove Creek, or 33 miles east of Monticello, moving east
at 35 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 and
outdoor objects is possible.
Locations impacted include...
Cahone.
This includes U.S. Highway 491 in Colorado between mile markers 51
and 56.
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.
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.
Area Description:
Southwest San Juan Mountains; Paradox Valley/Lower Dolores River; Four Corners/Upper Dolores River
Forcast Office:
NWS Grand Junction CO
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov