Water Safety After Aspen Acres Fire | Denver News

After the Aspen Acres Fire, residents in Southern Colorado’s Pine Drive and Signal Mountain Ranch areas face serious water contamination risks—boiling won’t help. Fire damage has crippled water pressure and quality, allowing germs and chemicals into pipes. Use bottled water for drinking, cooking, brushing teeth, and food prep. Tap water is okay for showers and laundry. Private well owners must test their water and avoid use if damaged—call a pro before relying on it. Health officials are assessing when safe to reconnect taps. If you have health concerns, consult your doctor. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2b47aa33621a727f