Emergency Control Group Update - June 12

Wyoming, ON - The County of Lambton Emergency Control Group met Friday, June 12 to discuss updates in the current COVID-19 situation. The group will meet again on Monday and Friday 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.
• Discussed the Provincial orders that come into effect today, Friday, June 12, including increasing the limit on gatherings from 5 to 10 people, with physical distancing measures in place, and the ability for faith communities to open indoor services at 30% capacity.
• Heard that Emergency Management and Lambton Public Health staff are working with local municipalities to provide assistance and guidance to reopen some facilities, once Lambton County receives approval from the Province to advance to Stage 2.
• Received an update from Lambton Public Health regarding data available on their website. Additional data analysis has been made available on the community snapshot section of the Lambton Public Health website, including a thorough look at case details and trends, outbreaks and system capacity.
• Discussed the severe weather events that took place earlier in the week in Lambton County. With the warmer months arriving, severe weather events are more likely to occur. EmergenciesLambton.ca provides information on severe weather events and resources on how you can prepare for severe weather and other emergencies.

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:

Bill Weber
Warden
County of Lambton
519-649-6885
Email Warden Bill Weber

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