Emergency Control Group Update - October 28

Wyoming, ON - The County of Lambton Emergency Control Group met Wednesday, October 28 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.
• Discussed how Halloween can be celebrated safely during the COVID-19 pandemic. Risk of COVID-19 transmission when trick-or-treating can be decreased by:
  • Keeping your distance from others and staying with people from your household;
  • Not going out if you are unwell or have mild symptoms;
  • Not handing out candy if you are unwell or have mild symptoms;
  • Staying outdoors during the activity; and
  • Not going overboard – a few houses, a bit of candy, and call it a night.
• Heard that Lambton Public Health is closely watching the increasing case numbers in the Toronto, Peel and Ottawa areas, as well as other areas in the province. While case numbers remain low in Lambton County, the group would like to remind everyone to continue practicing individual public health safety measures to limit the spread of COVID-19, including:
  • Practicing good hand hygiene and cough/sneeze etiquette;
  • Maintaining a physical distance of 2 meters from others;
  • Wearing a mask when physical distancing is not possible or where required; and
  • Staying home when sick.

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