Special Weather Statement issued September 19 at 2:45PM MDT by NWS Pueblo CO

**Special Weather Statement issued September 19 at 2:45PM MDT by NWS Pueblo CO**

At 245 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Monarch Pass, or 36 miles east of Gunnison, moving northeast at 30 mph.

HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible.

Locations impacted include... Salida, Poncha Springs, Maysville, Monarch Pass, Decker Burn Scar, and Poncha Pass.

**What You Should Do:**

If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.

This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.

To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement agency. They will relay your report to the National Weather Service office in Pueblo.

**Alert Details:**

- **Severity:** Moderate

- **Urgency:** Expected

- **Issued by:** NWS Pueblo CO

- **Effective:** Sep 19, 2026 2:45 PM UTC

- **Expires:** Sep 19, 2026 3:15 PM UTC

*This alert was automatically distributed from the National Weather Service via the IPAWS All-Hazards Information Feed.*