A tornado warning remains in effect until 8:30 p.m. MDT for northeastern Logan County and parts of southwestern Sedgwick County, Colorado, as severe thunderstorms capable of producing a damaging tornado continue to move across the region.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Denver, a confirmed tornado was reported at approximately 7:49 p.m. MDT near Iliff, about nine miles northeast of Sterling. Weather spotters confirmed the tornado as it tracked northeast at approximately 55 mph, prompting urgent warnings for residents in its projected path.
By 8:04 p.m. MDT, forecasters continued to monitor a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado near Proctor, also moving northeast at 55 mph. The storm is capable of producing baseball-size hail, destructive winds, and dangerous flying debris, creating life-threatening conditions for anyone caught outdoors.
Communities that may be impacted include Iliff, Crook, Proctor, Fleming, Twin Buttes, and Padroni. Residents throughout the warned area are urged to take immediate shelter as the storm continues its rapid movement across northeastern Colorado.
The National Weather Service warns that mobile homes may be severely damaged or destroyed, while homes and businesses could experience damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles. Large trees may also be uprooted or snapped by the tornado’s powerful winds and accompanying severe weather.
Emergency officials strongly advise anyone within the warning area to move immediately to an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building, away from windows and exterior walls. Those who are outdoors, traveling in vehicles, or living in mobile homes should seek the nearest substantial shelter without delay. Attempting to outrun a tornado in a vehicle is strongly discouraged unless a safe shelter is immediately accessible.
Residents are encouraged to continue monitoring trusted weather sources, NOAA Weather Radio, and official National Weather Service updates for the latest information as conditions can change rapidly. Additional warnings or extensions may be issued depending on the storm’s track and intensity.
Authorities remind the public to remain sheltered until the tornado warning expires or officials announce that the threat has passed. Safety should remain the top priority as this dangerous storm moves through Logan and Sedgwick counties.