Questions and Answers
Q: Is the Adams State Food Service/Sodexho following health department regulations in using only bottled water?
A: YES. ASC Food Service (Sodexho) was approved for operation by the Consumer Protection Division of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. The cafeteria has discontinued use of municipal water and is preparing all food with bottled water, in accordance with public health requirements. Sodexho currently has enough bottled water for five days of food service for up to 400 students; more water has been ordered, and that status will be updated. The Food Service is taking all necessary precautions and is stocking bottled water, juice, and pop. Paper and plastic plates and utensils are being used. Dishwashers are hot enough to sanitize food prep utensils. Cafeteria options may be temporarily limited.
Q: Can you wash with tap water and soap?
A: Follow up with hand sanitizer.
Q: Is it safe for students in residence halls to share shower stalls and toilets with other potentially infected students?
A: Yes - salmonella must be ingested for an individual to become infected.
Q: Will students opting to not attend class be excused?
A: Students should contact Student Affairs, 587-7221.
Q: Is it safe for pets to drink unboiled tap water?
A: No - use bottled water.
Q: Are there ways to prevent salmonella infection after having consumed tap water?
A: No.
Q: How long has the bacteria been present in the Alamosa City water supply?
A: That answer is unknown. Emergency Operation officials say investigations into the salmonella outbreak point to the water supply, but specific test results for salmonella in the water are not yet available. The City is taking the immediate precaution of disinfecting the water system, and will take steps to assure its continued disinfection.
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