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Stay out of Crockery Creek: Manure in the water

Gross.

RAVENNA, Mich. - Officials are asking people to stay out of Crockery Creek for the time being while they investigate manure that spewed into the water.

According to Jill Greenberg of the Michigan Department of Environment Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE), a farm's irrigation system in Chester Township malfunctioned when a seal broke, causing manure to seep into the creek.

She says the farm shut down their system on Saturday, flushed the irrigation system out and sent clean water into the creek.

Greenberg confirms several fish were found dead in the area. There are signs posted along the creek telling people to avoid swimming and fishing until the all clear is given. Witnesses reported to the EGLE that the creek is black. 

It's unclear if any fines will be imposed on the farm. EGLE is continuing to investigate.

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