Thunderstorms and Heavy Rain Across the Southern and Eastern US; Heat and Fire Weather Concerns in the West

Showers and thunderstorms are expected across the southern and eastern US this week, with heavy rain and localized flooding, particularly near the Gulf Coast. Monsoonal moisture will bring rain and potential flooding to parts of the Southwest. Heat and fire weather threats will continue to impact the West. Read More >

A damage survey was conducted by the Meteorologist-in-Charge of the National Weather Service in Pueblo, Colorado. The damage was consistent with high end EF0 winds of approximately 85 mph. The estimated time of occurrence was from 4:23 p.m. MDT to 4:29 p.m. MDT. The tornado path length was approximately 3/4 of a mile, and the damage path width was approximately 30 yards.

The damage was confined to one dwelling, outbuildings and a camper trailer. Photographic and video evidence demonstrate that there was only one tornado.

As was touched upon in forecast discussions and products earlier this week, conditions have been favorable for weak tornados this week. In this case, a landspout tornado resulted.

Below are some images of the damage and the tornado...