El Paso County Lifts Mandatory Evacuation Order for Trail Boss Ct. Residents
EL PASO COUNTY — The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office has lifted a mandatory evacuation order for residents living within half a mile of 13000 Trail Boss Ct. The order was put in place earlier today at 11:30 a.m. Saturday morning but was lifted just 47 minutes later at 12:17 p.m.
The reason behind the evacuation order has not been disclosed yet by the authorities. News5 is actively working to gather more information on the situation and will provide updates as they become available.
In light of recent events, emergency response officials in El Paso and Teller counties are urging residents to sign up for Peak Alerts, an emergency notification system. Although Southern Colorado did not experience major wildfires this summer due to heavy and consistent rains, officials emphasize that having an emergency plan in place is always essential. Wildfire season remains a constant threat throughout the year in Southern Colorado.
Different counties have various emergency notification systems. In El Paso and Teller Counties, the system is called Peak Alerts. Checking the local county website is a reliable way to find out which system is in place in your area. For instance, Park County utilizes the CodeRED emergency notification system.
Sheriff Joe Roybal highlighted the importance of Peak Alerts, stating that it allows first responders to reach residents promptly and provide the necessary resources and assistance in case of emergencies. However, officials in El Paso and Teller Counties express disappointment with the low sign-up numbers for Peak Alerts and urge residents to register as soon as possible.
Peak Alerts provides customizable notifications, allowing users to prioritize what information is essential to them. By default, the system alerts residents about natural or man-made disasters, hazardous materials incidents, missing persons, law enforcement activity impacting the public, and evacuation notices, among others. The recent 403 Fire that burned over 1,000 acres on the border of Teller and Park Counties in April prompted some Peak Alert members to question why they did not receive alerts about the fire. The explanation is straightforward: if individuals are not in the emergency area or not directly threatened by a specific emergency, they will not be notified.
Residents can learn more about Peak Alerts and sign up by visiting the official website.
In conclusion, while the mandatory evacuation order for residents near 13000 Trail Boss Ct. has been lifted, authorities stress the importance of being prepared for emergencies. Signing up for notification systems like Peak Alerts can ensure that residents receive timely and critical information during times of danger.
Stay tuned for more updates on this evolving situation.