Hail in Custer County, Colorado

Hail May 17, 2021 · Custer County, Colorado

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Hail diameter

Where the report was made, with tornadoes recorded within 15 miles over the years.

The wider storm

A large upper level system moved across the region during this time, providing widespread precipitation to much of southern Colorado. While a few severe reports consisting of large hail were observed, the main hazards were heavy rainfall with flash flooding. With the arrival of colder air, snow was also observed over and near the mountains.

Began near Westcliffe (38.1200, -105.5800).

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 963125. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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