Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued in Morgan and Weld, Colorado

Severe Thunderstorm Warning was issued by the National Weather Service for Morgan and Weld Counties in Colorado.

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

The alert was issued at 4:29 PM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 5:00 PM local time. The NWS lists the alert severity as severe. Its urgency is listed as immediate. The event is classified as observed.

Storm Details

A severe thunderstorm was located over Goodrich, or 16 miles northwest of Fort Morgan, moving northeast at 25 mph

Hazards

Golf ball size hail and 70 mph wind gusts

Potential Impact

People and animals outdoors will be injured. Expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. Expect considerable tree damage. Wind damage is also likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings

Locations Mentioned

Weldona, Jackson Reservoir and Goodrich

Areas Affected

The warning covers Morgan and Weld Counties in Colorado.

Safety Information

Anyone outdoors should move to shelter inside a well-built structure and stay away from windows. This storm is capable of producing widespread damaging winds and dangerous hail.