(MANITOU SPRINGS, Colo.) — The City of Manitou Springs is alerting the community to the possibility of flooding in the city on Tuesday, July 29.

According to the City, the National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Flood Watch for Teller and El Paso Counties, including Manitou Springs, until 9 p.m. on Tuesday.

The City said the alert is a Flood Watch, meaning flooding is possible. Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible in the afternoon and evening on Tuesday. According to the City, recent rainfall has increased soil saturation, which has heightened the risk of runoff, especially in areas with poor drainage, steep terrain, and post-wildfire burn scars.

According to the City, the impacted areas include Pikes Peak, Black Forest, Monument Ridge, Peterson Space Force Base, Woodland Park, Colorado Springs, and Manitou Springs.

Manitou Springs also shared the following:

Localized Risks for Manitou Springs

Creek beds, such as Fountain Creek, may rise rapidly.

Trail systems, underpasses, and low-lying neighborhoods may experience flooding.

Rockfalls or mudslides are possible in steep areas or near drainages.

City Response

Public Services is monitoring infrastructure and storm drains.

The Manitou Springs Fire and Police Departments are on standby for emergency response.

Crews will be deployed if impacts or debris flows are reported.

Public Safety Guidance

Avoid flood-prone areas, including underpasses, trails near waterways, and low-lying zones.

Never walk or drive through flooded roads: Turn Around, Don’t Drown.

Be alert for rapidly changing conditions and be ready to act if a Flash Flood Warning is issued.

Stay Informed

Sign up for regional emergency alerts at: www.elpasoteller911.org

Subscribe to local Manitou Springs alerts: https://bit.ly/MSCivicReady

Visit www.weather.gov/safety/flood or https://bit.ly/COMSFloodPreparedness for flood preparedness resources.

The City said it will continue to monitor conditions and provide updates as needed.