Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued in Otero, Colorado

Severe Thunderstorm Warning was issued by the National Weather Service for Otero County in Colorado.

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

The alert was issued at 4:10 PM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 4:30 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 9 miles southeast of Timpas, or 18 miles south of La Junta, moving northeast at 20 mph

Hazards

60 mph wind gusts and half dollar size hail

Potential Impact

Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. This severe thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of southeastern Otero County

Areas Affected

The warning covers Otero County in Colorado.

Safety Information

For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.