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Colorado Springs Utilities retweeted
๐จ ๐๐จ๐ฅ๐ก ๐๐๐ก ๐จ
๐๐ผ๐น๐ผ๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ฑ๐ผ ๐ฆ๐ฝ๐ฟ๐ถ๐ป๐ด๐ ๐๐ถ๐ฟ๐ฒ ๐๐ฒ๐ฝ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐๐บ๐ฒ๐ป๐ ๐๐ถ๐ฟ๐ฒ ๐ ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐๐ต๐ฎ๐น ๐๐ฟ๐ถ๐ ๐๐ผ๐ผ๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐ต๐ฎ๐ ๐ผ๐ฟ๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฑ ๐ฎ ๐ฏ๐๐ฟ๐ป ๐ฏ๐ฎ๐ป ๐๐ถ๐๐ต๐ถ๐ป ๐๐ต๐ฒ ๐๐ถ๐๐ ๐ผ๐ณ ๐๐ผ๐น๐ผ๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ฑ๐ผ ๐ฆ๐ฝ๐ฟ๐ถ๐ป๐ด๐. ๐ง๐ต๐ฒ ๐ฏ๐๐ฟ๐ป ๐ฏ๐ฎ๐ป ๐๐ถ๐น๐น ๐ด๐ผ ๐ถ๐ป๐๐ผ ๐ฒ๐ณ๐ณ๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ ๐๐ผ๐ฑ๐ฎ๐ ๐ฎ๐ ๐ญ๐ฎ:๐ฌ๐ฌ ๐ฝ.๐บ.
Current conditions are dangerous. Multiple wildfires have started across Colorado in the last 24 hours, fuels remain critically dry, temperatures are climbing, and firefighting resources across the state are already being stretched.
๐๐๐ฟ๐ป๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐๐ถ๐น๐น ๐ก๐ข๐ง ๐ฏ๐ฒ ๐๐ผ๐น๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ฎ๐๐ฒ๐ฑ ๐ฑ๐๐ฟ๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐๐ต๐ถ๐ ๐ผ๐ฟ๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ฟ.
The burn ban prohibits:
๐ฅ Wood, pellet, and charcoal fires (including grills, smokers, and fire pits)
๐ฅ Campfires and recreational fires
๐ฅ Outdoor smoking in City parks and open spaces
๐ฅ Other activities capable of producing sparks as outlined in the burn ban order
Fireworks have always been illegal in Colorado Springs. This burn ban does not change that. If you're considering using fireworks this week, don't.
Our firefighters need to be available for true emergenciesโnot preventable fires.
We will continue to monitor weather and fire conditions throughout the week. If conditions continue to worsen, additional impacts, including to planned fireworks displays, may become necessary.
@CityofCOS
Colorado Springs Utilities retweeted
๐ฉ RED FLAG WARNING ๐ฉ
June 29, 9 am to 10 pm
Today is not the day to push your luck.
Colorado has already seen multiple new wildfires in the last 24 hours, and several existing fires have grown rapidly. Hot temperatures, low humidity, and strong winds mean any spark can become a fast-moving wildfire.
Today we need your help.
๐ฅ Don't use anything that creates sparks.
๐ซ No recreational fires.
๐ฌ Dispose of smoking materials properly.
๐ Don't park on dry grass.
๐ง Avoid activities that could throw sparks.
๐ If you see smoke or fire, report it immediately.
Normally we'd throw in a clever joke here... but today isn't really a joke.
One careless decision can put lives, homes, firefighters, and entire communities at risk.
Let's not be the reason the next wildfire starts.
Colorado Springs Utilities retweeted
Pikes Peak Catamount Reservoirs reopen- @COParksWildlife Hatchery teams restock,ย Aquatics Biologists monitor health of fisheries. Learn more: cpw.state.co.us/news/0505202โฆ
๐ธ@CSUtilities
ALT South Catamount Reservoir is refilled with water in this April image; Pikes Peak is visible in the background
Colorado Springs Utilities retweeted
We're thinking of our neighbors in eastern @epccolorado_ as first responders work on the Hammer Fire. If a wildfire started near you, would you know?
Take two minutes now and sign up: PeakAlerts.org
@CSFDPIO @CSPDPIO @CSUtilities
Colorado Springs Utilities retweeted
City Councilman Dave Donelson invites the residents of District 1 to attend a Townhall to engage with @CSUtilities to receive detailed information regarding Utilitiesโ Energy Wise time-of-day electric rates. This Townhall will be on Thurs 4/23 from 6p-7:30p at Fire Station 18.
Colorado Springs Utilities retweeted
Today, LPPC member @CSUtilities CEO Travas Deal testifies before the @NatResources's Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries at the hearing "Fix Our Forests for Affordable and Reliable Water and Power Supplies."
Deal provides the Congressional Subcommittee with a critical perspective on how forest management directly impacts the sustainability of our national water supplies, and the resiliency of our electric transmission and distribution systems.
โWithin our community and nationally, water and electric affordability and reliability are of paramount concern, and both are increasingly threatened by natural disasters and extreme weather events. Wildfires have posed escalating risks to our electric transmission and distribution networks, water collection infrastructure, terminal water storage reservoirs, and the forested watershed lands from which our water supplies originate,โ Deal said.
CSU is urging Subcommittee support for passage of the Fix Our Forests Act, restoring and increasing federal funding for on-the-ground implementation, and ensuring land managers have streamlined authorities to act before forests burn rather than after.
Stream the hearing live today at 10 a.m. ET: naturalresources.house.gov/cโฆ
#PublicPower #WaterSecurity #ForestManagement #CSU
Colorado Springs Utilities retweeted
Wildlife Officers welcomed help from @CSUtilities and a neighbor today while relocating a bear from a tree in Colo Springs. Witnesses said the 150lb, 2-3 yr old sow (female) was struck by a car Tues night, and remained on the ground ~30 min before waking and running off.
Colorado Springs Utilities retweeted
Did you know that September is National Preparedness Month? Disasters like wildfires, flash flooding, and severe weather don't plan ahead, but you can. Make sure everyone in your family knows your emergency plan.
Not sure where to start? Visit ready.gov/plan
ALT Group of six joyful family members of various ages posing closely together, promoting the importance of knowing your family emergency plan. Text on the right encourages starting the conversation about emergency preparedness with a reference to visit Ready.Gov/Plan for more information.
Colorado Springs Utilities retweeted
S&P Global Ratings and Moodyโs recently reaffirmed the strong credit ratings for @CSUtilities. ow.ly/zesh50WEEnL #PublicPower
Colorado Springs Utilities retweeted
From 11K feet on Pikes Peak, CPW and @CSUtilities have rescued 1,700+ Cutthroat Trout from Mason Reservoir. The team stocked the trout in Rosemont, McReynolds & Nichols reservoirs for anglers, allowing utilities to proceed with critical maintenance at Mason.
Colorado Springs Utilities retweeted
The public can expect to see smoke along Pikes Peak Toll Road, some areas of Colorado Springs and Woodland Park. The Forest Service is working closely with @CSUtilities Pikes Peak Americas Mountain @CPW_SE & other county partners to plan, coordinate and complete this operation
Colorado Springs Utilities retweeted
Western Caucus members, staff and stakeholders visited natural gas and coal plants operated by @CSUtilities where they heard about how these key components of an all of the above energy mix power the Colorado Springs region.
Colorado Springs Utilities retweeted
๐ฉRED FLAG WARNING๐ฉ
The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for today, Thursday, April 17, from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. We can expect high winds and wind gusts with low relative humidity.
If started, fires have the potential to spread rapidly and can be destructive. Make sure you're signed up to receive emergency alerts at peakalerts.org.
Colorado Springs Utilities retweeted
๐จWant to cause the perfect storm? Increase load demands while mandating unreliable renewable energy sources to power the grid.
PowerGab co-hosts @TheRightAOC and @Jake_Fogleman are sounding the alarm once again.
"Electricity isn't a luxury." Travas Deal, CEO of @CSUtilities, shares a stark warning on the future of energy and the inevitable fate of enforcing half-baked policies.
Colorado Springs Utilities retweeted
City Council Meeting begins at 9am. On the Agenda today: A resolution for Child Abuse Prevention Month, Gas Cost Adjustments with @CSUtilities, Working on the new ADU Ordinance, and more. Watch on SpringsTV or on Facebook.com/COSCityCouncil
Colorado Springs Utilities retweeted
๐ฉRED FLAG WARNING๐ฉ
The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for today, Saturday March 22, from 12pm-8pm.
Gusty winds and low relative humidity are expected. Please be fire smart and refrain from any outdoor burning!
Colorado Springs Utilities retweeted
Have you turned in your ballot yet? Last day to mail in your ballot is Monday the 24th! You can also drop your ballot at any ballot drop box! All the information can be found at ColoradoSprings.gov/election!
Colorado Springs Utilities retweeted
๐ฉRED FLAG WARNING๐ฉ
The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag warning for today, March 20, from noon to 9 p.m.
High wind gusts up to 45 mph and low relative humidity will make for critical fire weather conditions. Please be firesmart and share the responsibility!
Colorado Springs Utilities retweeted
Tomorrow will once again bring Red Flag conditions to parts of Southern Colorado. NOW is the time to be prepared. Sign up for emergency alerts at peakalerts.org and ensure you have a plan if you need to leave your home.
The following CSFD resources will remain on scene of the #MeridianFire throughout the night:
Engines 7, 8, 11, 17
Brush 3, 7, 8, 11, 25
Wildland 4 & 9
Battalion Chiefs 2 & 3
Special Operations Drone Unit 52
At last check the fire was 30% contained and about 3,000 acres. Visit pproem.com/meridianfire for updates and information on evacuations and resources.
๐ฅ: CSFD PIO
Colorado Springs Utilities retweeted
๐ฉRED FLAG WARNING๐ฉ
The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning today, March 13, in the Colorado Springs Area from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.
We can expect gusty winds with low relative humidity. This weather makes for rapid fire spread. Please refrain from any outdoor burning activity!
Make sure you're signed up for emergency alerts at peakalerts.org
