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~ Colorado Springs, CO - The Pikes Peak Regional Office of Emergency Management (PPROEM) has announced the start of a new multiagency project to design a regional Advanced Evacuation Plan. This plan aims to enhance public safety for residents living in the Pikes Peak region by utilizing data-driven strategies, local expertise, and lessons learned from recent wind-driven wildfires.
At a briefing today, PPROEM officials presented the plan to both the El Paso County Board of Commissioners and the Colorado Springs City Council. According to Executive Director Andrew Notbohm, the region is well-equipped and prepared to respond to wildfires, but there is always room for improvement in emergency management and response.
The Advanced Evacuation Plan will focus on three key areas: leveraging technology, utilizing local expertise, and incorporating lessons learned from past disasters. The plan will utilize Ladris, an AI tool that supports emergency planning, along with data analysis to inform evacuation scenarios and improve decision-making.
Commissioner Carrie Geitner, Chair of the Board of County Commissioners, emphasized the importance of continually evolving evacuation strategies in response to rapidly moving wildfires. She believes that by utilizing technology and local expertise in the planning process, they can implement data-informed strategies that enhance regional coordination and protect residents' safety.
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The planning effort involves various agencies throughout the Pikes Peak Region, including fire departments, law enforcement, and traffic management. It is funded by grants from the State Internet Port Authority (SIPA).
Mayor Yemi Mobolade of Colorado Springs also expressed his support for this initiative. He stated that public safety is a top priority for local government and that wildfires remain a significant threat to the region. By investing in advanced evacuation planning and innovative operational tools, they can respond swiftly and effectively in times of crisis.
Stakeholder engagement across participating agencies began in late 2024 with internal training continuing throughout 2025. The plan is expected to be completed by November 2025.
Community members can learn more about PPROEM's advanced evacuation planning and how to prepare for evacuations on their website, PPROEM.com/EvacuationPlanning. This collaborative effort between agencies and the use of technology showcases a forward-thinking and data-informed approach to emergency management, ultimately aiming to save lives and build long-term resilience in the region.
At a briefing today, PPROEM officials presented the plan to both the El Paso County Board of Commissioners and the Colorado Springs City Council. According to Executive Director Andrew Notbohm, the region is well-equipped and prepared to respond to wildfires, but there is always room for improvement in emergency management and response.
The Advanced Evacuation Plan will focus on three key areas: leveraging technology, utilizing local expertise, and incorporating lessons learned from past disasters. The plan will utilize Ladris, an AI tool that supports emergency planning, along with data analysis to inform evacuation scenarios and improve decision-making.
Commissioner Carrie Geitner, Chair of the Board of County Commissioners, emphasized the importance of continually evolving evacuation strategies in response to rapidly moving wildfires. She believes that by utilizing technology and local expertise in the planning process, they can implement data-informed strategies that enhance regional coordination and protect residents' safety.
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The planning effort involves various agencies throughout the Pikes Peak Region, including fire departments, law enforcement, and traffic management. It is funded by grants from the State Internet Port Authority (SIPA).
Mayor Yemi Mobolade of Colorado Springs also expressed his support for this initiative. He stated that public safety is a top priority for local government and that wildfires remain a significant threat to the region. By investing in advanced evacuation planning and innovative operational tools, they can respond swiftly and effectively in times of crisis.
Stakeholder engagement across participating agencies began in late 2024 with internal training continuing throughout 2025. The plan is expected to be completed by November 2025.
Community members can learn more about PPROEM's advanced evacuation planning and how to prepare for evacuations on their website, PPROEM.com/EvacuationPlanning. This collaborative effort between agencies and the use of technology showcases a forward-thinking and data-informed approach to emergency management, ultimately aiming to save lives and build long-term resilience in the region.
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