Shelter-in-Place Order Issued Near Woodmen Rd. and Austin Bluffs Pkwy.

Residents asked to secure homes and avoid doors and windows in affected area.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 10:54pm

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A shelter-in-place order has been issued for an area near the intersection of Woodmen Road and Austin Bluffs Parkway in Colorado Springs. The order covers Ramblewood Drive to the East Woodmen walking trail between Yellowwood Drive and Havenwood Drive, and residents are asked to secure their homes and stay away from doors and windows.

Why it matters

Shelter-in-place orders are issued when there is an immediate threat to public safety, often due to severe weather, hazardous materials incidents, or other emergency situations. Residents in the affected area must follow these instructions to protect themselves until the threat has passed.

The details

The shelter-in-place order was issued around 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. Authorities have not yet provided details on the specific nature of the threat that prompted the order.

  • The shelter-in-place order was issued around 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 14, 2026.

The players

Colorado Springs

The city where the shelter-in-place order was issued, located in El Paso County, Colorado.

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What’s next

Authorities will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates to residents when the shelter-in-place order is lifted.

The takeaway

Shelter-in-place orders are serious public safety measures that require immediate compliance from residents to ensure their safety. This incident highlights the importance of being prepared for emergency situations and following official instructions from local authorities.