(EL PASO COUNTY, Colo.) — The National Weather Service has issued a high wind warning for El Paso County that will be in effect until noon on Monday, May 6. The Pikes Peak Regional Office of Emergency Management (PPROEM) said winds are expected to reach up to 80 mph.
PPROEM said there is the possibility of localized gusts of up to 100 mph along east-facing slopes. Those living in El Paso County should expect downed trees and power lines, power outages, and difficult travel conditions, especially those with high-profile vehicles. PPROEM is recommending people avoid travel and stay indoors if possible.
Non-emergency downed trees can be reported to (719) 385-7623 within Colorado Springs city limits and those outside of city limits can call (719) 520-6460. If there is a threat to life or a power line is involved contact 911.
The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office (EPSO) said its civil front office, concealed handgun permit, and sex offender registry services are closed due to a power outage. EPSO said emergency services including patrol, 911 communications center, and jail are fully operational.
Multiple school districts are also reporting closures due to the power outages, with a few having changed from two-hour delays to closures, check FOX21’s Closings and Delays page for more information.
The Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) said it and Colorado Springs Utilities (Springs Utilities) are aware of the power outages throughout Colorado Springs and are asking the public not to call 911 to report an outage.
Springs Utilities said that traffic intersections may be without power and to treat any intersection as a four-way stop.
