Pueblo, Colorado – A narrow window of severe weather could threaten southeastern Colorado late this afternoon, with the strongest risk for damaging winds, large hail, and even an isolated tornado between 3PM and 6PM, especially near the Kansas border.
According to the National Weather Service in Pueblo, storms are unlikely to develop—less than a 20% chance—but any thunderstorm that does form could quickly turn severe. The greatest threat targets parts of Kiowa, Bent, Crowley, and Prowers counties. Forecasters warn of hail up to 2 inches, wind gusts as high as 70 MPH, and the possibility of a brief tornado in the area shaded on today’s weather map.
Cities from Eads to Lamar, as well as local highways and open country near the Kansas line, should remain weather aware this afternoon. Even a single severe storm could bring sudden hazards to drivers, property, and livestock. Residents are urged to monitor alerts, charge cell phones, and have a plan to shelter if warnings are issued.
Threats will diminish quickly after 6PM, but the weather service will issue new updates if conditions change. Stay tuned for local alerts and possible warnings through early evening.
