Emergency Control Group Update – August 18

Wyoming, ON - The County of Lambton Emergency Control Group met Wednesday, August 18 to discuss updates to the current COVID-19 situation.

At this meeting, the Emergency Control Group:

• Heard that 169,394 doses of COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in Lambton County, as of Wednesday, August 18. That represents 76.5% of individuals aged 12+ that have received at least one dose of COVID-19 vaccine, and 70% of individuals aged 12+ that have received two doses.
• Received an update on the transition from mass vaccination clinics to smaller, more sustainable, routine clinics, including drop-in clinics and pop-up locations throughout the County. The mass vaccination clinics in Point Edward and Sarnia have been closed, and smaller clinics will continue to operate throughout the County over the next several weeks to accommodate first and second doses.
• Would like to remind residents that all eligible individuals can register for their vaccine appointment or attend a drop-in clinic. Full details listed at getthevaccine.ca. Residents are also reminded that several local pharmacies are administering COVID-19 vaccines. Lambton Public Health has a new dedicated Pharmacy page on it’s website to direct individuals to these options.
• Heard that Lambton Elderly Outreach (LEO) and the Canadian Red Cross are offering free transportation to all vaccination sites for anyone aged 50+ or those of any age with disabilities who do not have access to a vehicle, public transit or another form of transportation. If interested, please call LEO at 519-845-1353 (extension 360) or the Canadian Red Cross at 519-332-6380.
• Would like to remind residents that local statistics are available on the Lambton Public Health website, including a detailed community snapshot.

For the most up to date information regarding COVID-19 including current statistics, please visit the Lambton Public Health website, GetTheVaccine.ca and the Province of Ontario website. Facility closures and local supports and resources are listed on the Lambton County website.

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Please contact:

Kevin Marriott
Warden
County of Lambton
519-381-6111
Email Warden Kevin Marriott

Lisa Leggate
Communications & Marketing Coordinator
County of Lambton
519-845-0809 ext. 5214
Email Lisa Leggate