Informational Town Hall Meeting for Post-Fire Flood Dangers along Highway 24
Representatives from the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office, the US Forest Service, Natural Resources Conservation Service, and the town of Cascade are hosting a town hall meeting tomorrow night (Friday) at 6:30 to provide information to the residents of Cascade, Green Mountain Falls, Chipita Park, and the Highway 24 corridor about the potential dangers of post-fire flooding, proper response in case of a flood event and mitigation efforts. The meeting is at Ute Pass Elementary School in Chipita Park.
Highway 24 Hole Could Affect Upcoming Bike Races
The large hole that has shut down traffic on Highway 24 northwest of Leadville could affect plans for upcoming bike races, including the ProCycling Challenge.
Round-Up: “Sinkhole” disrupts HWY 24 traffic near Leadville
Not long after Highway 24 reopened in the Pikes Peak Region, a large hole has altered traffic along the route between Minturn and Leadville in the central part of the […]
Round-Up: Fire officials say smoke may still be visible; Public input sought on corporate sponsorship of state parks
Fire officials announced last night that the Waldo Canyon Fire was 100% contained, but authorities say its still possible for people to see smoke…and, Colorado officials and an independent fundraising foundation are asking for public input on a proposal to pursue corporate sponsorships to help fund state parks.
Fire Officials Declare Waldo Canyon Fire 100% Contained
According to Inciweb, officials declared the Waldo Canyon Fire 100% contained as of around 7:20 PM. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
FEMA Announces Exemptions to 30-day Waiting Period for Flood Coverage
Official press release: CONGRESSIONAL ADVISORY Exception to 30-day Waiting Period for Flood Insurance Coverage for Private Properties Affected by Flooding on Federal Lands Following the Colorado Wildfires FEMA Encourages Residents […]
“Colorado Springs Together” Unveiled
The Waldo Canyon Fire has directly and indirectly affected thousands of Colorado Springs residents and businesses.
#WaldoCanyonFire : Message from Manitou Springs Officials Regarding Post-Fire Flooding
Text of the Press Release: With the Waldo Canyon Fire nearly 100% contained, it is important for residents to be vigilant regarding post-fire flash flooding.
#WaldoCanyonFire : Thursday Recap, and What’s Next
A benefit concert held Wednesday night raised more than $288,000 for the Waldo Canyon Victims Assistance Fund, managed by the Pikes Peak United Way.
#WaldoCanyonFire : Recap and Updates
Residents of an additional 126 homes can now return after Colorado Springs Utilities, the Police Department, and Office of Emergency Management lifted mandatory evacuation notices as of 5:00.
Round-Up: More areas open; Meeting to address flash-flooding concerns
More residents of the Mountain Shadows community are now allowed back into their homes.
Round-Up: Waldo Canyon Fire 70% contained; Fire ban in effect; Mitigation tax break
The Waldo Canyon Fire is 70% contained. This morning, Colorado Springs Fire Chief Rich Brown said that number is higher for the city.
Round-Up: More residents can go home; Insurance adjusters get access; and more
Residents of more than 300 homes located south of Champagne Dr. and north of 30th in Colorado Springs are able to return after 6:00 this evening.
#WaldoCanyonFire : Sheriff Elevates Burn Restrictions
Sheriff Terry Maketa Elevates Fire Restrictions From Stage I to Stage II Due to extremely high fire danger and the demand of fire fighting resources to battle the Waldo Canyon […]
#WaldoCanyonFire : Visiting Pike National Forest
The Waldo Canyon Fire continues to burn in areas near Colorado Springs.
#WaldoCanyonFire : Mountain Shadows Re-Entry
Initial Re-entry Day Visit for Mountain Shadows Evacuees Sunday, July 1 Residents of the Mountain Shadows area impacted by the Waldo Canyon Fire will be allowed to drive into and […]
