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Field gunnery training on Fort Carson may cause noise in the area until November

Expect Loud Booms Near Fort Carson: Gunnery Training Starts Today Until Nov 7
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FORT CARSON, Colo. (KOAA) — Fort Carson soldiers with the 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, will be conducting field gunnery training on base from Wednesday, September 3, through November 7, according to a Mountain Post news release.

Officials from Fort Carson say that there will be an increase in noise and dust in the area during the day and throughout the night south of the main post.

This is required training to validate armored vehicle crews, according to Fort Carson officials. It's also a regular part of the combat team's training cycle.

Any noise complaints should be directed to the Fort Carson Public Affairs Office at (719)526-9849.

More than 98,000 acres burned and 338 homes lost: The latest on the Aspen Acres Fire

An update on the Aspen Acres Fire, which has now burned nearly 99,000 acres and destroyed 338 homes. While some residents are being allowed to return, new pre-evacuation orders have been issued as officials warn there's still "a lot of potential" for the fire to grow.

98,000 Acres, 338 Homes Lost: The Latest on the Aspen Acres Fire

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