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Tornado Warning issued July 13 at 9:04PM MDT until July 13 at 9:30PM MDT by NWS Pueblo COCounties: Las Animas, COThe National Weather Service in Pueblo has issued a* Tornado Warning for... South central Las Animas County in southeastern Colorado...* Until 930 PM MDT.* At 904 PM MDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located 8 miles northwest of Trinchera, or 19 miles east of Trinidad, moving southeast at 15 mph.HAZARD...Tornado and hail up to three inches in diameter.SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely.* Locations impacted include... Branson and Trinchera.PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris.