Pueblo, CO – Severe thunderstorms will batter the Continental Divide today, hitting the region around 2 PM. These storms will unleash torrential rain, powerful winds, and hail. The National Weather Service in Pueblo warns that the storms will intensify quickly, moving east and impacting the eastern plains.
Winds will gust up to 60 mph, and hailstones could exceed an inch in diameter. Flash flooding is likely, especially in burn scars and urban areas. The storms will be most dangerous over the Palmer Divide and Kiowa County.
Residents must act now to prepare for these conditions. Secure outdoor objects, stay indoors, and have multiple ways to receive weather alerts. The storms will gradually weaken by late evening, but flash flooding could linger into the night.
Pueblo’s temperatures will reach a high of 94°F under cloudy skies. The rest of the week promises slightly cooler temperatures, with highs in the low 90s and a mix of sun and clouds. However, today’s severe weather requires immediate attention and action. Stay weather-ready and alert throughout the day.
