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Severe flooding in southern Colorado has forced residents to evacuate, with water reaching up to seven feet inside some homes. Meanwhile, California is bracing for its first major storm of the rainy season, expected to bring heavy rain, a flood threat, possible tornadoes and snow in the Sierra Nevada. Rain has already begun moving into Ventura County as the system advances into Southern California.
- 2Wolf Creek Pass on US 160 reopened to travel▼US 160 Wolf Creek Pass opened to travel Tuesday afternoon
US 160 over Wolf Creek Pass in southern Colorado was reopened to travel on Tuesday afternoon, according to the Colorado Department of Transportation. The pass, a key route across the San Juan Mountains, had been closed, and drivers can now use the corridor again. Travelers are advised to check current road conditions before heading through the mountain route.
- 3Flooding expected again in southern Colorado as rain continues●Well, that's just great. It's pouring rain in the San Juan Mountains of Southern Colorado. It's raining here as well, of
Heavy rain is falling across the San Juan Mountains of southern Colorado, with more showers forecast off and on. Locals report a second round of flooding expected tonight and tomorrow, expressing frustration at the wet conditions. The ongoing storm has already caused one round of flooding in the area.
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A new campground is planned for Rosemont Reservoir in southern Colorado. The announcement from local station KKTV indicates outdoor recreation options will expand at the reservoir, though details on timelines, facilities and camping fees were not immediately available. Outdoor enthusiasts in the Colorado Springs region are likely watching for further details from land managers.
- 5Colorado Springs Named Top US City for Small Business▼A new study named Colorado Springs the top city for small business out of 100 metro areas ranked
A new study ranking 100 US metro areas has named Colorado Springs the best city for small business. The ranking highlights the southern Colorado city's business-friendly conditions, putting it ahead of far larger metropolitan areas. Local outlets reported the finding, which is likely to feature in the city's economic development pitch to entrepreneurs and investors.