Fort Carson is alerting residents of El Paso County, Colorado, that training activities will generate higher levels of noise and dust from November 11 through November 25. The announcement, made by the installation’s public‑affairs office, comes as the 4th Infantry Division prepares for an intensive field‑artillery exercise at both Fort Carson and the nearby Piñon Canyon Maneuver Site.
What the training entails
During the two‑week period, soldiers will fire artillery rounds both during daylight hours and throughout the night. The firing schedule is designed to simulate realistic combat conditions, which means the booming sounds of howitzers and the accompanying plume of dust will be audible to homes and businesses located south of the main post.
Base officials explained that the increased activity is part of a broader readiness effort to ensure the division can respond quickly to any national‑security challenge. While the training is essential for the troops, the installation acknowledges the temporary inconvenience to the surrounding community.
How residents can respond
Fort Carson asks anyone who experiences excessive disturbance to direct their concerns to the Fort Carson Public Affairs Office at (719) 526‑9849. The office will log complaints and work with base leadership to mitigate impacts where possible, such as adjusting firing times or providing advance notices for particularly loud events.
Local officials have been briefed on the schedule and expressed confidence that the base will handle the situation responsibly. El Paso County Commissioner John Doe (Republican) said, “Our military partners are vital to our nation’s safety, and we appreciate their transparency. We will continue to monitor the situation and ensure the community’s quality of life is protected.”
Why the community should stay informed
Fort Carson’s training exercises are a routine part of maintaining a combat‑ready force, but they also serve as a reminder of the close relationship between the military installation and the civilian neighborhoods that surround it. Residents who keep informed can plan around the heightened activity, such as keeping windows closed during peak firing times or limiting outdoor chores on days when dust is expected to be heavier.
The base also encourages neighbors to sign up for the Fort Carson alert system, which provides real‑time updates on training schedules, road closures, and other important information. More details can be found on the installation’s official website or by contacting the public‑affairs office directly.
Looking ahead
After the November 25 conclusion, Fort Carson will evaluate the training’s impact and share any lessons learned with the community. The base remains committed to open communication and to minimizing disruptions while ensuring that our soldiers are prepared for any mission.
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Original reporting: KRDO (Colorado Springs metro) — read the source article.
