Agricultural work is dangerous — but good communication can save lives in Colorado

By: Morgan Valley, Lorann Stallones

Outlets: Colorado Newsline

Published: April 24, 2026

Words: 765

Last Updated: 3 months, 1 week ago

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This commentary was originally published by The Conversation.

Six people, including one teenager, died at a dairy farm in Keenesburg, Colorado, 35 miles northeast of Denver, on Aug. 20, 2025.

Four of the deceased were from the same extended family. The coroner’s report confirmed they died from hydrogen sulfide exposure after a manure pipe disconnected in an enclosed pump room.

After an investigation, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration cited …

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