A severe windstorm, with gusts exceeding 100 mph, is expected to impact Colorado and surrounding areas from April 5, leading to a Red Flag Warning across multiple counties including Boulder, Larimer, and Jefferson through April 6-7. The National Weather Service has issued warnings for high winds expected to spread across the Rockies and High Plains, reaching the central Plains by Sunday. The extreme weather conditions are anticipated to cause power outages, property damage, and pose a high fire threat due to very strong winds and low humidity, which could lead to the rapid spread of any fires that start. Boulder County is under a High Wind Warning with gusts expected to be between 60 – 80 mph. The highest wind gust reported so far was 76 mph at Apache City in Huerfano County, with gusts in Boulder exceeding 85 mph. Residents are advised to secure loose outdoor objects, reconsider travel plans, and avoid activities that may create a spark. The windstorm is likened to the December 1, 2011, windstorm that struck Los Angeles's foothills, with similar strength expected in the communities of Fort Collins and Boulder.
Same song, 3rd verse...another High Fire Danger day expected across southeast CO today. Winds are gusty and relative humidity values are already starting out low and projected to drop quickly. Take care not to start wildfires. The good news...it won't be windy on Monday! #cowx https://t.co/yO9sKwSCGj
Two separate areas of Red Flag Warnings are in effect today. One is for eastern Boulder and Larimer, and northwest Weld counties where very strong winds will occur. The other is for the east-central and southeast plains of Colorado where relative humidity will be lower. #COwx https://t.co/XILiodedIm
Nasty wind event overnight, with quite a few 90+ mph gusts. Not done yet either, unfortunately. Wind will hang on through the afternoon in the foothills. The worst of it probably shuts off this morning, though. #9wx #COwx
Nasty wind event overnight, with quite a few 90+ mph gusts. Worst of the wind should be over shortly though. Wind gradually relaxes through the day in the foothills. #9wx #COwx https://t.co/iZbHowHwLk
Denver weather: Pinpoint Weather Alert Day for strong wind this weekend https://t.co/f7Zm65LBUL https://t.co/JZwsZt4NOc
A Red Flag Warning is in effect for the lower elevations of Boulder, Larimer, and northwest Weld counties through Sunday. #cowx https://t.co/g4IxGe6S6F
Here's a summary of the highest winds so far today: https://t.co/jIUkHkOS9k Highest wind gust reported so far today was 76 mph at Apache City in Huerfano County. #cowx
73 mph gust at KBJC (Broomfield) at 2:55p #COwx
Dangerous windstorm unfolding along the Colorado foothills in Denver metro, with winds >100mph possible and “critical” fire danger. Details: https://t.co/2I9nIc5Cqc
44 mph gust at both @DENAirport & Longmont just now, peak gusts for both stations so far today. Winds are really starting to crank basically right on schedule, unfortunately. #COwx https://t.co/LJw3ezxLzG
Boulder County is under a High Wind Warning from 9 a.m. Saturday, April 6 though 12 p.m. Sunday, April 7. Gusts are expected to be between 60 – 80 mph. Visit https://t.co/dfXPoMfbqk and @BoulderOEM for the most up-to-date information. https://t.co/bl2tkeMyqZ
💨High Wind Safety Tips Stay aware of your surroundings (or remain indoors if possible). 🌳Tree limbs may snap quickly 🚥Be alert for flying debris during the peak gusts ⚡Stay away from downed power lines 🚗Avoid parking under trees if possible ⛔Avoid travel #COwx https://t.co/9t6fxMAWJO
💨Winds continue to increase, and that will be the trend through this afternoon and evening. Images show maximum observed gusts through 11:45 am this morning. Peak gust of 81 mph so far in the Indian Peaks Wilderness. We've only just begun. #COwx https://t.co/yTm0pPgZTk
Gusts up to 62 mph at Dakota Hill, 50 mph in both Evergreen and Broomfield (BJC). Wind will continue to intensify this afternoon and this evening. #COwx
A severe mountain wave windstorm is likely to impact the Colorado Front Range tonight. It'll be of similar strength to the December 1, 2011 windstorm that struck Los Angeles's foothills. Wind gusts over 100 MPH will be possible in the communities of Fort Collins and Boulder. https://t.co/twL8eCOVRt
Denver weather: Strong winds in Denver, Pinpoint Weather Alert Day https://t.co/63HQNK3lfU https://t.co/fXHwYvBBAf
The circulation around a storm system developing in Nebraska will mean extreme winds across Colorado in excess of 100 mph gusts at highest elevations. Gusts in Boulder > 85 mph + critical fire danger. https://t.co/6xhjAjJHeI
Winds are starting to rev up. Just had a 52 mph gust at the Rocky Mountain Airport in Broomfield. More importantly: wind direction is now mostly out of the west rather than the south. This is now the start of the main wind event. #9wx #COwx https://t.co/RxrkYHUTz2
Yes, there will be some severe t-storms in the Plains this afternoon. But the most "high impact" #weather today and tonight may be from high winds not from thunderstorms, particularly along the Denver-Boulder-Ft. Collins Front Range corridor. https://t.co/UbjJA2bMem
Yet another phenomenal AFD from @NWSBoulder. "It's hard to know what to do with some of these extreme values", referencing guidance showing wind gusts exceeding 110 mph. Bottom line: an exceptional and damaging high wind event is likely for the foothills and adjacent locations. https://t.co/8zY2cjS8CG
Red Flag Warning goes into effect for western Oklahoma and western north Texas at 12 PM today until 12 AM Sunday as a dryline surges eastward. Any fires that develop could spread rapidly due to strong winds gusting 40-55mph and very dry conditions. #okwx #texomawx https://t.co/2P7Qm5n6Hd
High Winds, Extreme Fire Danger and mountain snow will impact southern Colorado through Sunday. Secure loose objects outside, AVOID activities which could start a wildfire, and check road conditions at https://t.co/QJCAoKirgn before heading into the high country. #cowx https://t.co/3tUz9RLgfq
A Red Flag Warning is in effect for the lower elevations of Boulder, Larimer, NW Weld counties Saturday afternoon through Sunday. Winds will be very strong and humidity will be low enough for rapid spread of any fires that start. Don't burn or do anything to make sparks. #cowx https://t.co/NoWtx6X4oX
A Red Flag Warning is in effect for the lower elevations of Boulder and Larimer counties Saturday afternoon through Sunday. Winds will be very strong and humidity will be low enough for rapid spread of any fires that start. Don't burn or do anything to make sparks. #cowx https://t.co/5cPDvnWkld
Extremely strong winds are forecast for tomorrow into Sunday ⚠️ Take steps now to prepare: - Secure loose outdoor objects. - Rethink travel plans. - Fire danger is high - avoid outdoor activity that may create a spark. Stay safe, Boulder! https://t.co/z1iXfhji7Y
🔥The @NWSBoulder has issued a Red Flag Warning for Jefferson County today (Friday, April 5) from 1:37 p.m. - Sunday, April 7, 6:00 p.m. Therefore, all of unincorporated #Jeffco will be in the Red Flag Fire Weather Restrictions through midnight Sunday. “Red Flag Fire Weather… https://t.co/u1KWbXyP0M
🔥The @NWSBoulder has issued a Red Flag Warning for Jefferson County today (Friday, April 5) from 1:37 p.m. - Sunday, April 7, 6:00 p.m. Therefore, all of unincorporated Jeffco will be in the Red Flag Fire Weather Restrictions through midnight Sunday. “Red Flag Fire Weather… https://t.co/Nzmrym0Ooc
Extreme weekend windstorm to hit Colorado, US with gusts up to 100 mph, possible power outages & property damage, high fire threat, and dangerous travel. Stay informed with Spire's High-Resolution Weather Model & 24/7 expert support: https://t.co/zqC9ZAXHY1 #InSpire https://t.co/vMsHKsVT0y
Heads up, Boulder - some very strong wind is headed our way tomorrow ⤵️ https://t.co/Ee2okbKU9F
High Winds expected to impact the Four Corners today, spreading across the Rockies and High Plains on Saturday, reaching into the central Plains by Sunday https://t.co/A3RX3bxaUJ