Press Release

REMOTE (Feb.11, 2022) -The Polis-Primavera administration, together with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, recently launched a new statewide awareness campaign and website to save Coloradans money by encouraging all Coloradans to file their taxes and receive cash benefits through the Earned Income Tax Credit, Child Tax Credit, and Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit. 

REMOTE (Jan. 21, 2022): Coloradans cleaning up their homes after the Marshall Fire should continue to protect themselves and their families from chemicals that may be released into the indoor air from smoke-impacted furniture, walls, floors, and other surfaces, but levels of chemicals measured recently do not pose an immediate health risk.

REMOTE (Jan. 14, 2022): The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment today released the final version of its Climate Equity Framework, which lays out specific actions for CDPHE to guide the implementation of the state's ambitious air quality and climate policies and programs to advance equity and environmental justice. 

REMOTE (January 7, 2022) - The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) advises all Coloradans located in cities or towns impacted by the Marshall Fire to thoroughly flush all their water taps, including all faucets, shower, and bath spouts. Residents should flush with both hot and cold water. 

Denver, (January 5, 2022): Governor Jared Polis and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment announced $1.8 million has been allocated to the state’s Naloxone Bulk Purchase Fund. This money, made available through the American Rescue Plan Act, allows eligible entities such as harm reduction organizations, local law enforcement agencies, and local governments to access the funds needed to purchase naloxone at no cost to the agency. 

Remote, Jan 3: After the devastating fires this past week, the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment recognizes that people are eager to return to their homes to see what can be recovered. Remember to stay out of the area until Boulder officials allow re-entry for your neighborhood. Please wait to be notified by your local city or county for guidance about entering your property. When you are permitted to re-enter, you should be aware of the immediate and long-term health risks associated with exposure to home fire ash and debris. 

CDPHE offers low-cost test kits during National Radon Action Month

REMOTE, Dec. 31, 2021 – State health officials, in coordination with local officials, urge impacted Coloradans to take precautions following fires in Boulder County. Remember to stay out of the area until Boulder officials allow re-entry. The neighborhoods remain unsafe until that time. 

(December 30, 2021) - Due to the fires, the City of Louisville in coordination with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment issued a boil water advisory for the entire city.