Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued in Adams, Western Arapahoe and Central Arapahoe, Colorado

Severe Thunderstorm Warning was issued by the National Weather Service for Adams, Western Arapahoe and Central Arapahoe Counties in Colorado.

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

The alert was issued at 2:37 PM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 3:15 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 6 miles south of Watkins, or 20 miles east of Denver, moving northeast at 25 mph. THIS IS A DESTRUCTIVE STORM FOR MANILA VILLAGE

Hazards

80 mph wind gusts and golf ball size hail

Potential Impact

Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be heavily damaged. Expect considerable damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles. Extensive tree damage and power outages are likely

Locations Mentioned

Eastern Aurora, Bennett, Manila Village and Watkins

Areas Affected

The warning covers Adams, Western Arapahoe and Central Arapahoe Counties in Colorado.

Safety Information

Seek shelter now inside an interior room on the lowest floor of a well-built structure. This storm is capable of producing widespread destructive winds and dangerous hail. This dangerous storm is capable of producing large hail driven by severe winds! Seek shelter now inside a sturdy structure and stay away from windows! If you are caught outdoors, cover your head and neck. Heavy rain is occurring with this storm and may lead to flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.