Severe thunderstorm watch, tornadoes possible on Colorado’s Eastern Plains

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Severe thunderstorms could bring tornadoes, large hail and high winds to northeast Colorado on Saturday afternoon and evening, forecasters said.

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The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm watch for parts of the Eastern Plains until 10 p.m., including Cheyenne, Elbert, Kit Carson, Lincoln, Logan, Morgan, Phillips, Sedgwick, Washington and Yuma counties.

Several tornadoes, scattered egg-sized hail and wind gusts up to 80 mph are possible, NWS forecasters said.

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Colorado’s Front Range and Eastern Plains are set to see tumultuous weather this weekend and through Monday night, including a chance of snow, according to the agency.

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