Good morning, Fort Collins.

The Climate Prediction Center says there is a 25% chance that super El Niño conditions will develop this winter, and past events in Colorado brought extra snow for skiing.

Experts warn that snowfall amounts can change each year.

Northern Water will begin filling the Chimney Hollow Reservoir next week west of Loveland using 1,500-acre feet of water from Pinewood Reservoir for controlled tests — the tests will check for safe uranium levels before the water reaches communities.

Fort Collins homeowners who activated their sprinklers are advised to quick drain them to prevent damage from a forecast hard freeze tonight from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. with temperatures expected near 24 degrees and 29 degrees on April 18, and they should cover sensitive plants to avoid further harm.

Karen Schlatter, director of the Colorado Water Center at CSU, said low mountain snowpack worsens Denver’s drought as Colorado relies on it for water.

She stressed awareness of extreme conditions — low snowpack and severe water challenges.

Major paving improvements are underway at Horsetooth Reservoir and Carter Lake to boost visitor access and traffic safety.

Larimer County Natural Resources partnered with federal highway officials to modernize day-use areas (temporary closures may impact access) as construction continues through this year.

At CSU on April 12, the women’s rugby team played in the Horsetooth Sevens Rocky Mountain Showdown, tying, winning, and narrowly losing in group-stage games as they prepared for nationals in Maryland later this month.

Head coach Elise Rades said the day refined team strategies and built momentum.

Colorado Rapids legend Marcelo Balboa expects Lionel Messi to appear at Saturday's game against Inter Miami CF at Empower Field at Mile High, saying there is no reason for the star to miss the matchup.

Earth Day Fort Collins Celebration

11 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Odell Brewing Company — Free entry — Celebrate sustainability with live music, a vibrant market, and community cleanup activities.

Sundays of Sound - Gong Journey

10:00-11:30 a.m. — Rocky Mountain Restore & Stretch LLC — Cost not specified — Experience deep relaxation and transformation through the resonant tones of large healing gongs.

Black Violin Concert

7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Lincoln Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the innovative fusion of jazz, hip-hop, funk, and classical music by Black Violin.

The Brudi Brothers Live

8-11 p.m. — Aggie Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience the dynamic Americana sounds of Seattle's favorite buskers, The Brudi Brothers.

Slow Caves Live at FoCoMX 2026

6:15-10:15 p.m. — Washington’s — Tickets available — Experience a vibrant night with Fort Collins' own indie rock band, Slow Caves.

Chicago Live Performance

2-7:30 p.m. — The Lincoln Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the iconic musical 'Chicago' live in Fort Collins.

Heart Attack Man Live Concert

5-9:30 p.m. — Aggie Theatre — Check for ticket details — Experience an electrifying live show by Heart Attack Man while enjoying a vivid atmosphere.

Langhorne Slim Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Aggie Theatre — $TBA — Experience the uplifting tunes of Langhorne Slim on his Dreamin' Kind Tour.

Pert' Near Sandstone Concert

7-10 p.m. — Washington's — Check website for ticket info — Enjoy a lively blend of old-time instrumentation and contemporary music from the vibrant Minnesota group.

Cinco de Bachata Night

7:30-11 p.m. — The Neighbor — Attendance ticket required — Celebrate Cinco de Mayo week with Bachata dancing and a complimentary dance lesson.