Emergency Control Group Update - November 25

Wyoming, ON - The County of Lambton Emergency Control Group met Wednesday, November 25 to discuss updates in the current COVID-19 situation. The group will meet again on Tuesday 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.
• Continued discussing the potential vaccine candidates that have been widely reported in the media, as well as the administering of the vaccine once approved for use in Canada.
• Discussed the use of rapid tests within the province and how they will be distributed and administered. This discussion will continue as more information becomes available.
• Received an update on PPE supply levels from County divisions. All areas continue to maintain an adequate supply level.
• Would like to remind residents to continue practicing public health prevention measures. Prevention measures include practicing proper hand hygiene, cough/sneeze etiquette, maintaining physical distance with others and wearing a mask when physical distancing is not possible or where required.

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