DENVER (KDVR) — Severe weather conditions are possible in areas of Colorado’s Eastern Plains on Friday evening, with the potential of bringing large hail, wind gusts and tornadoes.
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The National Weather Service out of Boulder issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for several areas through 9 p.m. on Friday, including the following counties
- Baca
- Prowers
- Kiowa
- Cheyenne
- Lincoln
- Kit Carson
- Yuma
- Washington
- Phillips
- Sedgwick
- Logan
- Washington
- Morgan
Pinpoint Weather Chief Meteorologist Dave Fraser said lightning, wind and hail will be the main concerns of the storm. He said the storms may begin to clear after 7 p.m.
Meanwhile, Denverites can expect to see some passing clouds along the Front Range on Friday evening.
More storms are expected throughout the holiday weekend. A Pinpoint Weather Watch is issued for Saturday as daytime sunshine could initiate thunderstorms that generate lightning, wind and hail.
Be sure to stay updated on the forecast before taking part in outdoor activities this weekend as the weather is subject to change.
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