>>Rapidan River 'Do Not Drink' Advisory Remains in Effect; Swimming Advisory Lifted
(Rappahannock County, VA) -- Rappahannock Rapidan Health District lifts the swimming advisory for the Rapidan River. Richard Stelling with more.Preview: Voicer Script:
While the swimming advisory for parts of the Rapidan River in Orange County has been lifted, the "do not drink water" advisory remains in effect. The swimming advisory from the boat launch at Route 3 to the boat launch at Route 610 has been lifted until further notice. The "do not drink water" advisory was issued in response to reports of an unknown odor in the drinking water, and WRIC reports comprehensive water sampling has not indicated a public health risk. Officials conducted a survey of the river to evaluate potential odor sources, but no obvious sources were found. The public is advised to stay safe while recreating in natural waters and can find more information on the Virginia Department of Health's website.