The National Weather Service has announced a flash flood warning for El Paso County and surrounding areas through Thursday evening.

A severe thunderstorm warning has grown to include a flash flood warning as the storm moves into southern Colorado. There is a projected 1.5 inches to 2 inches of rainfall within an hour. The warning applies to the southern end of Colorado Springs, Fort Carson, Fountain and Security-Widefield, according to the NWS.

"All storms will bring the threat of dangerous lightning to our forecast today, so remember that if thunder roars, head indoors," KOAA Meteorologist Alan Rose said.

The Pikes Peak region has experienced higher rainfall than usual in recent weeks. A portion of North Cheyenne Cañon Park was closed Wednesday after rain washed out a "significant" sec

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