Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Elbert County, Colorado
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Current Status
⛈️ Active: Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued August 13 at 4:45PM MDT until August 13 at 5:15PM MDT by NWS Denver CO
At 445 PM MDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 12 miles north of Simla, or 23 miles west of Limon, moving northeast at 20 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and small hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include... Mainly rural areas of Northeastern Elbert County.
Effective August 13, 2026 at 6:45 PM ET · Expires August 13, 2026 at 7:15 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Denver CO
Expires
August 13, 2026 at 7:15 PM ET
Last Checked
54 minutes ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
Seek shelter inside a well-built structure and stay away from windows. This storm is capable of producing damaging winds. Tornadoes can develop quickly from severe thunderstorms. Seek shelter immediately in an interior room on the lowest floor of a well-built structure. Heavy rain is occurring with this storm and may lead to flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for Elbert County, Colorado?
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Is this Severe Thunderstorm Warning currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (54 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 13, 2026 at 7:15 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Elbert County?
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