Fort Carson military convoys to cause traffic increase

EL PASO COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) -- Fort Carson officials are alerting the community to increased traffic on several state highways due to around 1,400 military vehicles traveling in convoys from Fort Carson to the Piñon Canyon Maneuver Site.

According to Fort Carson, the following routes will be affected from May 3 through May 7:

• Primary Route: East on State Highway 94, then south on State Highway 71.
• Alternate Route: South on Interstate 25, then east on U.S. Highway 350.

Authorities urge motorists to exercise caution when driving near military vehicles, maintain a safe distance, and avoid merging into convoys.

These convoys are related to a month-long training exercise referred to as “Ivy Mass” on both Fort Carson and at the Piñon Canyon Maneuver Site, says Fort Carson.

The community can also expect noise and dust beginning on May 1st at both Fort Carson and the Piñon Canyon Maneuver Site. Officials say this training is an important exercise for maintaining the readiness of their forces.

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