Governor Jared Polis declared a ‘state of emergency’ in Colorado as COVID-19 continues to spread.

Total cases in Colorado have risen to 17, including new cases announced in Eagle, Arapahoe, and Gunnison counties.

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“The actions we take in the next few days and weeks will determine the trajectory of coronavirus in Colorado,” Polis said.