The city of Denver was under a tornado watch Monday afternoon — but the hazard sirens that howled just after 4 p.m. were a mistake, city officials said.
“Siren was sounded inadvertently. There is no threat of destructive weather to Denver at this time,” wrote mayoral spokesperson Jon Ewing.
The area still faces a general risk of hazardous weather. The tornado watch — which indicates that weather conditions may produce tornadoes — was expected to remain in effect until 9 p.m. It also covers points north toward Greeley, south toward Douglas County, and east to Kansas…