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6/10/15 – Flash Flood WATCH Issued Thursday & Friday

The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch for El Paso County, including our UCCS campus, from Thursday (6/11) afternoon through Friday (6/12) evening.  Recent rains have saturated area soils, and with moderate to heavy rain forecast the potential for flash flooding exists.

Stay tuned to local forecasts, and be aware of changing weather conditions.  Be prepared to take quick action should a warning be issued or conditions warrant.

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5/9/15 – Flash Flood Watch Until Midnight

A Flash Flood Watch is in effect until midnight tonight.  Recent rainfall has saturated soils across the area, and with moderate to heavy rainfall forecast today, any additional precipitation could quickly create flooding and flash flooding conditions.

Monitor the latest forecast and warning information, and be prepared to take action should conditions warrant it.  Avoid driving through standing or moving water on roadways, you never truly know the conditions below the surface.

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A Tornado Watch has been issued until 9:00pm MDT…includes Colorado Springs and our UCCS campus.  Large hail and an isolated tornado are possible.  For more information on the watch, visit http://www.spc.noaa.gov/products/watch/ww0144.html

Remember, a Tornado Watch means conditions are favorable for severe weather and the development of a tornado.  Be prepared to seek shelter should a warning be issued.  Tune in to local media, and check www.weather.gov/pub for the latest forecast and warnings for our area.

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CAMPUS CLOSED – Monday, February 23, 2015

Campus is closed for Monday, February 23, 2015 due to the winter weather impacts:

  • All classes and activities are cancelled, and offices closed.
  • The Lodge will be open for residents to get meals.  With no shuttle buses running to Timberline, arrangements will be made to deliver meals to these residents.
  • The Department of Public Safety remains operational, call 719.255.3111 if you have a campus emergency or need assistance.

Sunday, February 22, 2015 – Campus Closed

Campus is closed for Sunday, February 22, 2015 due to the winter weather impacts.

  • All classes and activities are cancelled, and offices closed.
  • The Lodge will be open for residents to get meals.  With no shuttle buses running to Timberline, arrangements will be made to deliver meals to these residents.
  • The Department of Public Safety remains operational, call 719.255.3111 if you have a campus emergency or need assistance.
  • A decision on campus operations and classes for Monday, February 23rd will likely be made later today or early Monday morning.