Thunderstorm Wind — Rio Blanco, Colorado

2022-06-19 · near Meeker Arpt, Rio Blanco, Colorado

Event narrative

A peak wind gust of 64 MPH was measured by the automated weather station at the Meeker Coulter Field Airport.

Wider weather episode

The presence of monsoon moisture paired with the passing of a trough aloft led to widespread showers and thunderstorms across western Colorado. Several storms produced heavy rain. Additionally, severe thunderstorms produced large hail and strong winds in across some areas.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1025843. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.