Last updated 2/3/2022 noon
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Snow Response: Snow crews remain on full call out of all snow/ice equipment. Full sunshine has helped to start the melting process despite the colder temperatures and will continue throughout the remainder of the day. PM crews will continue working Primary and Secondary roadways as well as school zone routes. Residential plowing will continue until all areas receiving 6+ inches of snow have been addressed.
City of Colorado Springs facilities are open.
Mountain Metro is open
Municipal Court is open
Snow response
“Ice and Snow, Take it SLOW!”
City snowplows Snow crews remain on full call out Thursday afternoon. Full sunshine has helped to start the melting process despite the colder temperatures and will continue throughout the remainder of the day. PM crews will continue working Primary and Secondary roadways as well as school zone routes. Residential plowing will continue until all areas receiving 6+ inches of snow have been addressed.
Cancellations and closures
City of Colorado Springs facilities are open.
Wildfire Mitigation Committee meeting has been postponed. We will send out an additional communication when a new date is established.
Midland Corridor Transportation Study public meeting has been postponed. The meeting will be rescheduled for a date to be determined.
Down trees
Heavy snow combined with previous wind damage could result in downed trees during or in the wake of the winter storm. The City will clear trees that are blocking public rights of way. Property owners are responsible for their own debris and downed trees.
To report a downed tree, in a public right of way use the GoCOS! mobile app (coloradosprings.gov/gocos) (App Store link) (Play Store link).
To report a downed tree on a power line, call Colorado Springs Utilities or your utility provider. Do not touch the tree.
Power outages
In the case of a power outage, call Colorado Springs Utilities or your utilities provider. Do not call 9-1-1.
To report a downed tree on a power line, call Colorado Springs Utilities or your utility provider. Do not touch the tree.
Warming centers and shelters
Springs Rescue Mission Shelter: The Spring Rescue Mission has beds available and will not turn anyone away. Anyone seeking warmth and shelter is encouraged to go to the shelter at 5 W. Las Vegas St.
How to stay informed
Residents should ensure they are signed up for Peak Alerts, the region’s emergency notification system.
Official City sources for public information are:
- @CityofCOS
- @MayorofCOS
- @CSFDPIO
- @cspdpio
Preparedness information
The City reminds residents that the free Pikes Peak prepared app offers digital guides, videos, checklists and FAQs to help individuals prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies in the area.