WASHINGTON COUNTY HAZARDOUS WEATHER OUTLOOK

 This hazardous weather outlook is for northeast and north central Colorado.  .DAY ONE...Today and Tonight  Showers and thunderstorms will develop across the mountains and higher terrain early this afternoon then spread across the plains during the late afternoon and evening hours. Expect a few severe storms across the plains, especially from Denver southward through Douglas, Elbert and Lincoln counties. The strongest storms could produce hail up to 2 inches in diameter along with damaging winds and heavy rain. An isolated tornado is also possible.  The flash flood potential will increase today, especially over Cameron Peak and Troublesome burn areas with increasing moisture and instability. Additional areas of concern will be over the Palmer Divide where local rainfall rates up to 1 inch in 30 minutes or less is possible.  .DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Monday through Saturday  Widespread thunderstorms and showers are possible Monday afternoon. Storms will likely produce heavy rainfall which will lead to an elevated flash flood threat over the burn areas. These storms could also cause minor street flooding and flooding in poor drainage areas. Severe thunderstorms are possible across the foothills to the plains Monday afternoon which may bring hazardous conditions such as lightning, hail, and weak landspouts.  Tuesday and Wednesday, afternoon thunderstorms are possible but will likely decrease in coverage across the region becoming more scattered. Showers and storms are possible Thursday and Friday afternoon but favor the mountains and valleys at this time.  .SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...  Spotter activation will likely be needed today after 2 pm, especially from Denver southward and including the Palmer Divide region.