Emergency Control Group Update - January 20

Wyoming, ON - The County of Lambton Emergency Control Group met Wednesday, January 20 to discuss updates in the current COVID-19 situation. The group will meet again on Wednesday next week to discuss new developments and planning requirements. Additional meetings will be scheduled if needed.

At this meeting, the Emergency Control Group:

• Received an update from Lambton County's Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Ranade, regarding the COVID-19 situation in Lambton County. Current statistics are available on the Lambton Public Health website, including a detailed community snapshot.
• Heard that Dr. Ranade made a presentation to Lambton County Council during a Special Meeting of Lambton County Council on Wednesday morning outlining the local vaccine roll-out plan. A recording of the presentation and the presentation slides can be viewed online.
• Discussed ongoing vaccine distribution planning for Lambton County. To date, the province has not provided any COVID-19 vaccine supplies to Lambton County. The first shipment of vaccine is expected to arrive the week of February 1, 2021. This initial shipment will be allocated to Long-Term Care and Retirement Home residents and staff, following the province's criteria for eligible priority groups.
• Heard that Lambton Public Health will be hosting a Digital Video Session on Tuesday, January 26 at 10:00 am, and a Radio Community Call-in Session on Thursday, January 28 at 8:30 am to answer questions from the public surrounding the COVID-19 vaccine and the local roll-out plan. Additional details on these events will be available in the coming days.
• Received an update on PPE supply levels from County divisions. All areas continue to maintain an adequate supply level.
• Was informed that the COVID-19 outbreak declared at Marshall Gowland Manor Long-Term Care Home in Sarnia has been declared over, as of Wednesday, January 20.
• Would like to remind local business owners that any questions surrounding the impact of Provincial regulations on local businesses can be directed to the Stop the Spread Business Line at 1-888-444-3659.

For the most up to date information regarding COVID-19 including current statistics, please visit the Lambton Public Health website and the Province of Ontario website. Facility closures and a list of financial 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
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Lisa Brown
Communications & Marketing Coordinator
County of Lambton
519-845-0809 ext. 5214
Email Lisa Brown