URGENT UPDATE: A powerful wind storm with gusts exceeding 50 mph wreaked havoc in Loveland, Colorado, on December 17, 2025, toppling trees and power lines, and causing significant property damage. The storm struck between 4 p.m. and 5 p.m., leading to emergency responses across the city.
Multiple trees were uprooted, with a notable incident involving a 70- to 80-year-old blue spruce that fell into Foote Lagoon at Civic Center Park. Loveland Urban Forester Jeff Caputo reported additional downed trees near 50th Street and Taft Avenue, further contributing to the chaos.
At least two vehicles sustained damage at the intersection of Ninth Street and Lincoln Avenue as the winds wreaked havoc. Loveland Utilities crews were dispatched to First Street and Garfield Avenue to repair overhead power lines impacted by the storm.
The intense winds were part of a broader weather event that prompted the National Weather Service to issue a Red Flag warning for much of Colorado’s Front Range. During the peak of the storm at 5:05 p.m., gusts reached a maximum of 54 mph at the Northern Colorado Regional Airport, where sustained winds were reported at 30 to 40 mph.
While the Red Flag warning is set to expire at midnight, the NWS has already announced High Wind and Fire Weather watches effective Friday at 11 a.m., indicating that residents should remain vigilant as conditions could worsen.
City contractors are actively working to clear the streets and parks of debris, including the downed blue spruce, to ensure public safety. The impact of this storm is being felt across Loveland, with residents urged to stay informed and prepared for potential further weather developments.
As recovery efforts continue, officials encourage residents to report any downed lines or hazardous conditions to local authorities. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing situation.
