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Out of an abundance of caution, the campus will close immediately due to an unsubstantiated threat in the Denver, Colorado area.
Area law enforcement agencies are continuing to investigate this threat. An all-clear message will be issued when campus reopens.
If you have concerns or questions, you may call the UCCS Communication Center at 719-255-3111.
Critical fire weather Friday! Strong winds and dry conditions are creating extreme fire conditions!
Things to avoid:
Tossing cigarettes butts.
Outdoor burning
Campfires and Grilling
Off road travel
Damaging Winds and Critical to Extremely Critical Fire Weather Conditions return for Tuesday with volatile conditions for fire spread. West winds gusting to 70 to 90mph.
Any fire that ignites will spread rapidly. Avoid any activities with open
flames or sparks.
Several Days of Strong Winds and Critical Fire Weather Conditions
High Fire Danger Today and Thursday Gusty northerly winds of 40 to 60 mph
Today and Thursday, strongest across the
far southeast Plains.
Power on campus has been restored. Normal campus operations will resume at 6:00 AM on Thursday, December 16.
Wednesday December 15, 2021
Due to power outage, classes are cancelled for the remainder of today. If on campus, consider remaining until weather and traffic improve.
The National Weather Service has identified several hazards for tomorrow. Property damage possible, scattered power outages, blowing dust, hazardous travel, and high fire danger.
UCCS will have a delayed start on Monday, March 15, 2021. Office hours, classes, and activities scheduled prior to 10AM are CANCELLED. Virtual Provost interviews will go on as scheduled.
Campus will be closing at noon on Saturday 3/13, due to inclement weather. Normal operations will resume at 6 am on Monday 3/15.
