Denver, Colorado – Scattered severe thunderstorms are set to impact millions across Colorado, Wyoming, and Nebraska through 10 p.m. Wednesday, with tornadoes, two-inch hail, and wind gusts up to 70 mph likely from Denver to Cheyenne and beyond.
According to the National Weather Service, a severe thunderstorm watch now covers major Front Range cities including Boulder, Fort Collins, Colorado Springs, and Pueblo. Counties under alert in Colorado include Adams, Boulder, Denver, Jefferson, Weld, and El Paso, among others. The storm zone stretches east into western Nebraska and north through southern Wyoming, affecting cities like Cheyenne and Sterling.
Drivers along I-25 and I-70 should be ready for rapidly changing conditions, low visibility, and possible road closures. School districts and hospitals—nearly 1,500 and 76 respectively—are in the storm’s path. Residents should charge mobile devices, secure outdoor items, and avoid non-essential travel after 4 p.m. as storms intensify. Large hail may damage vehicles and roofs; scattered tornadoes remain possible until late evening.
Wednesday marks the first widespread summer severe weather event in the region since June, echoing similar outbreaks from recent years. Severe weather watches may be extended or upgraded as storms develop overnight.
Severe thunderstorm watch remains in effect until 10 p.m. MDT. Further updates and additional warnings could be issued this evening.
