107 MPH Gust Recorded On Colorado Eastern Plains, Almost Category 3 Hurricane Force Wind
LAMAR, Colo. (CBS4) - High winds are slamming Colorado on Wednesday. The National Weather Service office in Pueblo recorded a 107 mph wind gust in Lamar shortly before 9 a.m.
I'm setting in my office with no power. This is what it looks like outside. Remind me of why I spend so much time in Southeastern Colorado. pic.twitter.com/Bdi84VqiGo
— Donsteerman (@donsteerman) December 15, 2021
The gust occurred just a strong front was sweeping through southeast Colorado. Very gusty winds are expected to continue through the day in that part of the state and virtually everywhere in Colorado.
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— NWS Pueblo (@NWSPueblo) December 15, 2021
107 mph gust just occurred at Lamar, across the eastern plains! Very dangerous conditions occurring across far eastern CO at this time. Please use extreme caution! #cowx
A High Wind Warning is in effect until 5 p.m.
Long-distance travel is dangerous and not recommended across widespread areas of the state Wednesday.
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