WASHINGTON COUNTY HAZARDOUS WEATHER OUTLOOK

 This hazardous weather outlook is for northeast and north central Colorado.  .DAY ONE...This Afternoon and Tonight  Strong and gusty outflow winds can be expected from showers and thunderstorms this afternoon and early evening. Peak wind gusts of 45 to 60 mph can be expected for a brief period of time as the showers and storms approach. The main threat of winds should be decreasing around 6 pm for the mountains and I-25 Corridor, and toward 8-9 pm for the eastern Colorado plains. Chances of storms decrease fairly quickly after those time frames. Brief heavy rain will be possible in burn areas, resulting in a limited threat of flash flooding.  .DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday  Showers and thunderstorms are likely over the mountains and foothills during the afternoon hours Saturday through Monday. Burn area flash flooding will be possible this weekend into early next week. Scattered showers and storms will also be possible across the plains with cooler temperatures expected. Chances for showers and thunderstorms will decrease Tuesday and Wednesday next week and temperatures should climb to above seasonal normals. There may be a cool down and increased moisture again next Thursday.  .SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...  Spotter activation will not be needed today or tonight. However, any reports of strong winds or wind damage will be appreciated.