First published 9/18/2026, 9:21:15 PM · Last updated 9/18/2026, 9:21:15 PM

Special Weather Statement — NWS Grand Junction, CO (Sep 18)

The National Weather Service office in Grand Junction, Colorado issued a Special Weather Statement on September 18 at 2:31 PM MDT. The source provides no further details about the hazard or expected impacts.

Categories: severe-weather-and-natural-disasters

Generated scores

Scores are based on the cited reporting and use a 1–10 scale. Read the methodology.

Confidence: 4/10How certain the assessment is based on the clarity and evidence in the cited reporting.
Geographic reach: 3/10How widely the event reaches, from a local area (1) to worldwide impact (10).
Global importance: 5/10The event's broader significance, from limited importance (1) to major global importance (10).
Impact magnitude: 3/10The scale or severity of the real-world impact, from minor (1) to extreme (10).
Positivity: 3/10How harmful or beneficial the event is, from strongly harmful (1) to strongly positive (10).
Urgency: 6/10How time-sensitive the event is, from low urgency (1) to immediate attention needed (10).

Why it matters

Special Weather Statements typically warn of developing or localized hazardous weather (e.g., strong thunderstorms, gusty winds, heavy snow, or fire weather) that can affect safety, travel, and local operations in the Grand Junction area. Local residents and travelers should check the full NWS product for specifics and take precautions if needed.

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Special Weather Statement issued September 18 at 2:31PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO

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