Boil order issued for New Rockford, then later lifted

Sample results received on Thursday, Oct. 15 indicated that Fecal coliform (E.coli) bacteria were found in one of two wells that supply the City of New Rockford’s water. Therefore, on Friday, Oct. 16, the Department of Environmental Quality asked that the city implement a boil order.

Fecal coliform bacteria can make people sick, and are a particular concern for individuals with weakened immune sys...