Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Southeastern Baca County, CO

Source: NOAA · Southeastern Colorado

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NWS Pueblo has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for southeastern Baca County until 8:15 PM MDT, with 60 mph wind gusts and quarter-sized hail observed.

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Record type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Affected area
Southeastern Colorado
Issued
August 7, 2026
Issuing authority
NWS Pueblo CO

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Alert Details

A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Pueblo CO. The alert is effective from August 6, 2026 at 7:32 PM MDT until August 6, 2026 at 8:15 PM MDT.

Affected Areas

The warning covers southeastern Baca County in southeastern Colorado, specifically rural areas south of Vilas and east of Campo. At 7:31 PM MDT, the storm was located 9 miles south of Vilas or 13 miles southeast of Springfield, moving southeast at 10 mph.

What You Should Do

For your protection, move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.

Expected Conditions

The storm is expected to produce 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail (1.00 inch). Hail damage to vehicles is expected, along with wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.

Timeline

The Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect until 8:15 PM MDT on August 6, 2026.

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NWS Pueblo has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for southeastern Baca County until 8:15 PM MDT, with 60 mph wind gusts and quarter-sized hail observed.
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This alert was issued by NOAA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
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This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
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