Public Meeting Planned About Animas River After Mine Spill

DURANGO, Colo. (AP) — The San Juan Basin Health Department is holding a meeting in Durango to answer questions about the Animas River after 3 million gallons wastewater spilled from the Gold King Mine.
The meeting will be held Sunday at the La Plata County Fairgrounds.
Organizers describe it as an open house to celebrate the river and answer questions. State and local officials, business owners, recreation groups and others are expected.
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