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A tornado was spotted in Bennett, Colorado amid National Weather Service (NWS) warning

Updated on: May 19, 2025, 01:33:58 IST

By Yash Nitish Bajaj

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A tornado was spotted in Bennett, Colorado, amid National Weather Service (NWS) warnings for several parts of the state. Twisters were also sighted from the Denver International Airport and Aurora.

NWS issued tornado warnings for Colorado (Unsplash)

“Looks like its lifted but crazy Wizard of Oz ah tornado could recycle again. Northeast of Bennett, Colorado. If you're in the warning Polygon seek immediate shelter!” one local said on X, platform formerly known as Twitter.

“A large and extremely dangerous #tornado is on the ground north of Bennett and east of the Denver International Airport. Those in the Kiowa Creek valley need to be in shelter now!” another one added.

Meanwhile, a severe tornado warning was issued for central Adams County, Colorado, as the NWS in Denver confirmed an “extremely dangerous” tornado moving through the region. The warning, effective until 2:15 PM MDT, urged residents to take immediate cover due to life-threatening conditions. At 1:56 PM MDT, law enforcement reported the tornado 9 miles north of Strasburg, approximately 32 miles east of Denver, traveling northeast at 20 mph.

The NWS described the storm as a “particularly dangerous situation,” with the potential for deadly flying debris, destruction of mobile homes, and significant damage to homes, businesses, and vehicles. Strasburg, a small town in Adams County, was directly in the tornado’s path.

Residents were advised to seek shelter in an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building, away from windows, or to find the nearest substantial shelter if outdoors or in a vehicle.

No injuries or damage were reported by press time, but the NWS emphasized the storm’s destructive potential, noting “complete destruction is possible.” The warning follows a pattern of severe weather in the region, with X posts from @NWSDenver urging vigilance. Authorities recommended monitoring NOAA Weather Radio or local news for updates as the situation develops.

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Yash Nitish Bajaj
Yash Bajaj is a Chief Content Producer with a strong foundation in US coverage, digital strategy, and audience-focused storytelling. As part of the US Desk at Hindustan Times, he covers a wide range of topics - from American politics to sports (NFL, NBA, derbies, MLB and more). Before joining Hindustan Times, Yash served as Deputy News Editor at Times Now, where he oversaw international coverage and led a team of six. In this role, he significantly expanded global traffic through strategic planning, SEO-driven content execution, and meticulous trend tracking across platforms. He is experienced in managing high-pressure breaking-news shifts, coordinating live coverage, and building newsroom systems that improve speed, accuracy, and reach. Prior to Times Now, Yash held a position at Opoyi, where he headed the Sports and US news team. He developed broad editorial strategies, guided reporters across multiple beats, and played a key role in recruiting and training new talent. His responsibilities also extended to social media management and experimenting with innovative content formats. A passionate NFL fan, Yash is a die-hard supporter of the Cincinnati Bengals and has followed Joe Burrow closely since his college days at LSU. Whether breaking down top players' latest performance, analyzing team performances, or tracking roster moves, he brings the same dedication and sharp storytelling to his sports coverage as he does to American politics and breaking news. When he’s not writing, Yash can often be found watching games or debating the latest NFL storylines with fellow fans. Yash holds a Bachelor of Mass Media (Journalism) from HR College, Mumbai University. His interests extend well beyond the newsroom: he is an enthusiastic explorer of AI tools, a movie buff with an ever-growing watchlist, and someone who enjoys unraveling conspiracy theories for fun.Read More

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