FRANKTOWN, Colo. — A sudden and powerful wind event Monday afternoon damaged multiple structures in the Douglas County community of Franktown.
There were no reports of injuries.
A witness shared this video of the landspout touching down, damaging three buildings on Highway 86 and Burning Tree. Everyone has been accounted for. No injuries have been reported. pic.twitter.com/nXPrvemZOE
— DC Sheriff (@dcsheriff) July 14, 2025
The Franktown Fire District said a fast-moving landspout hit near the intersection of Colorado Highways 83 and 86, causing roof damage to businesses at a shopping center there.
The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office said deputies responded immediately alongside Franktown firefighters.
Authorities are asking the public to avoid the area and allow crews to continue damage assessment.
The National Weather Service issued a bulletin warning of wind gusts up to 50 mph and nickel-size hail as the storm system moves northeast.
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