E. Coli bacteria found in drinking water at US Open

E. coli bacteria has been found in drinking water at Erin Hills golf course where the US Open is under way, according to health officials.

Fri, 16 Jun, 2017 - 17:31

E. coli bacteria has been found in drinking water at Erin Hills golf course where the US Open is under way, according to health officials.

Washington Ozaukee Public Health Department identified the bacteria in a water sample from a hydration station connected to a well near the 12th hole. The station has been closed.

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