Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued For Denver County

DENVER, CO — The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm alert for the County of Denver. Quarter-size hail and intense wind gusts could hit some parts of the county. The alert has been issued until 3:30 p.m.

A severe thunderstorm hit Denver International Airport, and is moving east, officials said. The storm was moving at 35 miles per hour.

"Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Hail damage to vehicles is expected," NWS warned in the alert.

Locations most-heavily impacted include northeastern Commerce City, Brighton, Denver International Airport, Watkins, Manila Village and Barr Lake, officials said.

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Temperatures are expected to plummet in Denver's metro area, just in time for the start of summer.

Showers and thunderstorms are predicted to hit the Front Range and Denver both Saturday and Sunday.

A strong cold front is expected over the next few days, and severe storms are forecast for northeast Colorado, including Denver.