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Water safe, but boil order remains
Posted: Aug 19, 2010 10:28 AM by Bea Karnes, News First 5
Updated: Aug 19, 2010 10:56 AM
A mandatory boil order remains in effect for the Mountain Mutual Water Company in Teller County.
Test results received yesterday showed e-coli readings above safe levels.
Results today show safe levels. However, the boil order remains in effect as a precaution.
E-coli is found in animal feces and can cause illness in humans.
Mountain Mutual Water Company operates the central water system for Cripple Creek Mountain Estates. About 300 homes are served by the water company.
The water comes from wells located at Gillette Flats in Teller County.
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