Denver, CO – A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for east-central and northeastern Colorado, effective from Tuesday afternoon until 1 a.m. MDT Wednesday. Residents in areas including Denver, Sterling, and Greeley are advised to prepare for potentially dangerous weather conditions.
According to the National Weather Service, strong to severe thunderstorms are expected to develop along the Front Range before moving eastward across the High Plains. The primary threats include scattered damaging wind gusts up to 70 mph and isolated large hail up to two inches in diameter. A tornado or two is also possible.
The storms are forecasted to become more organized and widespread as the evening progresses. Residents should stay alert for rapidly changing weather conditions and be prepared to take shelter if warnings are issued. The NWS advises monitoring local news and weather reports for updates and any additional watches or warnings
