VIDEO: Southern Colorado agencies and utility companies are preparing for high fire-risk conditions on Wednesday. Red Flag Warnings have already been issued because of the expected dry and windy weather.
Black Hills Energy says they are monitoring high winds and dry conditions in Wednesday’s forecast. Black Hills says they do not expect to have an Emergency Public Safety Power Shutoff, but they are monitoring conditions. Xcel Energy says power shutoffs are likely to help reduce those wildfire risks in northern Colorado counties.
The Colorado Springs Fire Department (CSFD) says they will bring it more firefighters Wednesday because of the dangerous winds. CSFD says if you have holiday decorations outside, you will want to bring them in on Wednesday.
“Wildfire season is 365 days out of the year here,” said Ashley Franco with CSFD. “One of the big things we’re worried about is those dry fuels. Our humidity is going to be low tomorrow (Wednesday)โฆ one spark could take off and really do a lot of damage to our city.”
CSFD says they will be moving more resources to the west side of the city Wednesday since is more susceptible to wildfires. They also say to make sure you have battery powered lights on hand and ready to go in case of a power outage.
