Rocky Ford Arkansas River Advisory: Avoid Water Contact Due to Elevated E. coli

Description: Avoid swimming, wading and fishing in the Arkansas River near Rocky Ford. Keep children and pets away from river water. City drinking water remains safe.

ARKANSAS RIVER SAFETY ADVISORY — ROCKY FORD 

Please avoid contact with the Arkansas River downstream of Pueblo, including the Rocky Ford area, until public health officials lift the advisory.

Elevated E. coli levels can make river water unsafe. For your safety:

• Avoid swimming, wading, fishing, and other activities involving river water.

• Keep children and pets away from the water.

• Do not allow pets or livestock to drink river water.

• Do not use untreated river water to irrigate fruits or vegetables that will be eaten raw.

Rocky Ford’s municipal drinking water remains safe. This advisory concerns affected river water.

The City will continue sharing updates as additional information becomes available.

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