Severe thunderstorms brought damaging tornadoes, straight-line winds, large hail and heavy rain across northeast Colorado.  A total of 4 tornadoes touched down and impacted the communities of Brush, Hillrose, and Snyder.  An EF-2 tornado struck the east side of Brush and caused significant damage to the Brush Airport and turned semi-trucks on their side on U.S. 34.  Highway 34, was closed near the Morgan-Washington county line due to debris and downed power lines.  In Hillrose and Snyder moderate damage to structures included:  roofs, windows, siding, broken trees, power lines and piles down.  In Snyder, the town hall was also damaged and some roadways were inundated with over 3 feet of standing water.  In Snyder, a tornado touched down in the Pinneno feedlot, which injured and killed livestock.   Heavy agricultural damage to crops was reported and pivots were destroyed.
In Morgan County, over 200 poles down were knocked down and caused extensive power outages across the area.   Those affected by the tornados were expected to be without power for up to 2 days.  Approximately 20 people suffered mainly minor injuries.   The hail ranged in size from quarter to baseball size, and produced peak wind gusts to around 75 mph.  Multiple road closures were reported around Morgan County due to flooded roadways and downed power lines.   As the storm continued east, near-zero visibility rain fell in Akron, which was accompanied by strong winds.  In the southern portion of Washington County, the storm produced hail up to baseball size south of Anton. There was also widely spread damage to crops, vehicles, roofs, siding, and windows.  In Greeley, reports of damage included broken windshields and destroyed gardens.

Tornado in MORGAN, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 15:48:00 to 29-JUL-18 15:48:00 (MST-7)
Location: BRUSH
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A tornado touched down and uprooted many trees, with debris striking vehicles.

Tornado in MORGAN, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 15:53:00 to 29-JUL-18 15:53:00 (MST-7)
Location: BRUSH MUNI ARPT
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A tornado touched down near the intersection of U.S. 34 and State Highway 71.  The tornado snapped power poles and ripped street signs from the ground.

Tornado in MORGAN, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 15:49:00 to 29-JUL-18 15:49:00 (MST-7)
Location: BRUSH
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A tornado touched down and destroyed Brush Municipal Airport.  Small planes were flipped over and hangers were leveled.  Major tree and roof damage was also observed.

Tornado in MORGAN, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 15:47:00 to 29-JUL-18 15:53:00 (MST-7)
Location: GARY
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado touched down and snapped power poles and ripped street signs from the ground.  This tornado crossed into Washington County before it dissipated.

Tornado in WASHINGTON, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 15:54:00 to 29-JUL-18 16:00:00 (MST-7)
Location: MIDWAY
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This tornado snapped power poles.  It is the continuation of the tornado that began in Morgan County several minutes earlier, and crossed into Washington County before dissipating.

Hail in ADAMS, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 19:16:00 to 29-JUL-18 19:16:00 (MST-7)
Location: STRASBURG
Magnitude: 1.50 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Hail in ARAPAHOE, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 19:18:00 to 29-JUL-18 19:18:00 (MST-7)
Location: BYERS
Magnitude: 1.75 
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Thunderstorm Wind in LINCOLN, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 18:06:00 to 29-JUL-18 18:06:00 (MST-7)
Location: LIMON
Magnitude: 61.00 MG
Reported by: ASOS

Hail in LARIMER, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 17:56:00 to 29-JUL-18 17:56:00 (MST-7)
Location: WELLINGTON
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Tornado in MORGAN, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 15:31:00 to 29-JUL-18 15:47:00 (MST-7)
Location: HILLROSE
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado touched down and uprooted many trees. Outbuildings were extensively damaged or destroyed.

Hail in ADAMS, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 19:10:00 to 29-JUL-18 19:10:00 (MST-7)
Location: BENNETT
Magnitude: 1.25 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Hail in WASHINGTON, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 17:05:00 to 29-JUL-18 17:05:00 (MST-7)
Location: ARICKAREE
Magnitude: 2.75 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Thunderstorm Wind in WASHINGTON, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 16:24:00 to 29-JUL-18 16:24:00 (MST-7)
Location: PLATNER
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Intense thunderstorm winds toppled a semi-trailer.

Hail in ARAPAHOE, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 19:12:00 to 29-JUL-18 19:12:00 (MST-7)
Location: BYERS
Magnitude: 1.75 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Thunderstorm Wind in LINCOLN, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 17:55:00 to 29-JUL-18 17:55:00 (MST-7)
Location: LIMON
Magnitude: 59.00 MG
Reported by: ASOS

Hail in LARIMER, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 17:22:00 to 29-JUL-18 17:22:00 (MST-7)
Location: VIRGINIA DALE
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Hail in LARIMER, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 17:49:00 to 29-JUL-18 17:49:00 (MST-7)
Location: THE FORKS
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: Public

Hail in ADAMS, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 19:15:00 to 29-JUL-18 19:15:00 (MST-7)
Location: STRASBURG
Magnitude: 2.50 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Hail in LARIMER, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 18:07:00 to 29-JUL-18 18:07:00 (MST-7)
Location: MASONVILLE
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Hail in LARIMER, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 17:51:00 to 29-JUL-18 17:51:00 (MST-7)
Location: WELLINGTON
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Hail in LARIMER, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 18:08:00 to 29-JUL-18 18:08:00 (MST-7)
Location: DRAKES
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: Public

Hail in LINCOLN, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 17:52:00 to 29-JUL-18 17:52:00 (MST-7)
Location: (LIC)LIMON ARPT
Magnitude: 1.75 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Hail in LARIMER, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 18:14:00 to 29-JUL-18 18:14:00 (MST-7)
Location: FT COLLINS
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: Storm Chaser

Hail in WELD, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 18:15:00 to 29-JUL-18 18:15:00 (MST-7)
Location: EVANS
Magnitude: 1.25 
Reported by: Public

Hail in WELD, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 14:29:00 to 29-JUL-18 14:29:00 (MST-7)
Location: PAWNEE BUTTES
Magnitude: 1.75 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Hail in LARIMER, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 18:15:00 to 29-JUL-18 18:15:00 (MST-7)
Location: TIMNATH
Magnitude: 1.75 
Reported by: Storm Chaser

Hail in WELD, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 18:18:00 to 29-JUL-18 18:18:00 (MST-7)
Location: GREELEY
Magnitude: 1.50 
Reported by: Public

Hail in ELBERT, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 19:45:00 to 29-JUL-18 19:45:00 (MST-7)
Location: FONDIS
Magnitude: 1.50 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Hail in WASHINGTON, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 16:32:00 to 29-JUL-18 16:32:00 (MST-7)
Location: LAST CHANCE
Magnitude: 2.00 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Hail in ELBERT, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 19:45:00 to 29-JUL-18 19:45:00 (MST-7)
Location: KIOWA
Magnitude: 2.00 
Reported by: Public

Thunderstorm Wind in WELD, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 14:27:00 to 29-JUL-18 14:27:00 (MST-7)
Location: PAWNEE BUTTES
Magnitude: 51.00 MG
Reported by: Mesonet

Hail in WASHINGTON, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 16:40:00 to 29-JUL-18 16:40:00 (MST-7)
Location: ELBA
Magnitude: 1.75 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Hail in WELD, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 18:22:00 to 29-JUL-18 18:22:00 (MST-7)
Location: GREELEY
Magnitude: 1.75 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Hail in LARIMER, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 17:00:00 to 29-JUL-18 17:00:00 (MST-7)
Location: VIRGINIA DALE
Magnitude: 2.50 
Reported by: Public

Hail in WELD, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 18:21:00 to 29-JUL-18 18:21:00 (MST-7)
Location: WINDSOR
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Hail in WELD, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 18:26:00 to 29-JUL-18 18:26:00 (MST-7)
Location: EVANS
Magnitude: 2.00 
Reported by: Public

Hail in WELD, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 18:37:00 to 29-JUL-18 18:37:00 (MST-7)
Location: GARDEN CITY
Magnitude: 1.25 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Hail in ELBERT, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 18:40:00 to 29-JUL-18 18:40:00 (MST-7)
Location: KIOWA
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: Public

Hail in WELD, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 18:53:00 to 29-JUL-18 18:53:00 (MST-7)
Location: GARDEN CITY
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Hail in ADAMS, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 19:11:00 to 29-JUL-18 19:11:00 (MST-7)
Location: BENNETT
Magnitude: 1.75 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Hail in WELD, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 14:47:00 to 29-JUL-18 14:47:00 (MST-7)
Location: KEOTA
Magnitude: 2.50 
Reported by: Public

Hail in ADAMS, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 19:19:00 to 29-JUL-18 19:19:00 (MST-7)
Location: STRASBURG
Magnitude: 2.00 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Thunderstorm Wind in WASHINGTON, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 16:07:00 to 29-JUL-18 16:07:00 (MST-7)
Location: AKRON
Magnitude: 64.00 MG
Reported by: ASOS

Tornado in MORGAN, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 15:37:00 to 29-JUL-18 15:50:00 (MST-7)
Location: SNYDER
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado touched down and destroyed Brush Municipal Airport.  Small planes were flipped over and hangers were leveled.  Major tree and roof damage was also observed.

Tornado in WELD, COLORADO
From 29-JUL-18 14:28:00 to 29-JUL-18 14:29:00 (MST-7)
Location: PAWNEE BUTTES
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Reported by: Public

A tornado touched down briefly but no damage was observed.