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Colorado State University Closes Campuses After High Winds
Powerful winds lead to the closure of Colorado State University campuses as crews assess tree damage across Fort Collins grounds.
Mar. 13, 2026 at 7:03pm
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Colorado State University closed its Larimer County campuses on Friday, March 13, after powerful winds caused damage across the Fort Collins campus, primarily affecting trees and pedestrian areas. University officials said crews are working throughout the day to assess hazards and remove damaged trees, particularly on the east side of the main campus near academic and administrative buildings. Several pedestrian pathways have been affected, and access is restricted in areas where crews are actively working.
Why it matters
The closure of CSU's campuses due to high winds and fallen trees highlights the potential risks and disruptions that extreme weather events can have on university operations and student life. This incident underscores the importance of emergency preparedness and the need for universities to have robust plans in place to respond to natural disasters and other unexpected incidents.
The details
University officials are urging the public to avoid the area east of Meridian Avenue on the main campus while mitigation work continues. Anyone who must be outdoors on campus should use extreme caution and stay clear of treed areas and any marked closures. The closure applies to all in-person, hybrid, and remote classes as well as university meetings and operations for employees assigned to Larimer County campuses. Residence halls, dining facilities, and the Transit Center on the main campus remain open to support students living on campus. The Colorado High School state basketball championships will continue as scheduled at Moby Arena and the adjacent Moby parking lot.
- Colorado State University closed its Larimer County campuses on Friday, March 13, 2026.
The players
Colorado State University
A public research university located in Fort Collins, Colorado.
Colorado State Forest Service
A state agency that provides technical and financial assistance to help Coloradans manage and improve their forests.
What’s next
The university will continue to assess the damage and work to remove any hazardous trees or debris from the campus. Officials will provide updates on the status of campus operations and when normal activities are expected to resume.
The takeaway
This incident highlights the importance of emergency preparedness and the need for universities to have robust plans in place to respond to natural disasters and other unexpected incidents. The closure of CSU's campuses due to high winds and fallen trees serves as a reminder of the potential risks and disruptions that extreme weather events can have on university operations and student life.
