There is a hidden hazard in drinking untreated, raw water directly from a mountain stream. It's a disease called GIARDIA (gee-ar-dye-a). Giardia may or may not be present in the water, but you can't see it -- and should be aware of the danger.

Giardia is not life threatening, but it can make you uncomfortable with diarrhea, loss of appetite, or an upset stomach.

Laboratories at the Colorado Springs Water Treatment Facilities are continually testing for the presence of dangerous organisms to insure that the water they provide their citizens is safe to drink.


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