Special Weather Statement issued September 19 at 2:24PM MDT by NWS Pueblo CO

**Special Weather Statement issued September 19 at 2:24PM MDT by NWS Pueblo CO**

At 224 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Model, or 15 miles northeast of Trinidad, moving northeast at 15 mph.

HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and half inch 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... Tyrone and Model.

**What You Should Do:**

If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.

Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm. Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe shelter inside a building or vehicle.

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 2:24 PM UTC

- **Expires:** Sep 19, 2026 3:00 PM UTC

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