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Test sirens may be heard near Pueblo Chemical Depot Wednesday

Chemical Weapons Destruction at the Pueblo Chemical Depot, Mustard Agent
Posted at 3:19 PM, May 02, 2023
and last updated 2023-05-02 17:19:01-04

PUEBLO, CO — People near the Pueblo Chemical Depot may hear sirens Wednesday as tests will be conducted, according to the Pueblo County Sheriff's Office.

In a Facebook post Tuesday the office said the depot will be conducting tests of its outdoor warning system.

The exercise is a part of the depot's annual Chemical Stockpile Emergency Preparedness Program and is designed to demonstrate community readiness in case of a chemical incident.
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