The National Weather Service in Denver Colorado has issued a
* Tornado Warning for…
East central Washington County in northeastern Colorado…
* Until 415 PM MDT.
* At 340 PM MDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over Otis, or 12 miles west of Yuma, moving northeast
at 15 mph.
HAZARD…Tornado and ping pong ball size hail.
SOURCE…Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT…Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed.
Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree
damage is likely.
* Locations impacted include…
Otis.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.