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COVID-19 Follow-up with Close Contacts of Cases

Point Edward, ON - Lambton Public Health (LPH) continues to actively monitor this developing situation, in collaboration with national and provincial health agencies, as well as local stakeholders, including hospitals and community agencies.

With positive COVID-19 cases confirmed in Lambton we are now in the process of following up with close contacts of cases. The investigation is ongoing. Initial findings indicate the individuals:

• Range in age from late 60s to late 80s
• Have pre-existing...

Free Wi-Fi Made Available Outside Most Lambton County Libraries

Wyoming, ON - Residents without access to internet are invited to access the free wireless internet available outside of most Lambton County Library locations.

While libraries remain closed until further notice due to efforts to limit the spread of COVID-19, the Library’s Wi-Fi extends beyond the walls of several of its buildings, providing public access in many facilities' parking lot areas. The free Wi-Fi access is available from 8:30 a.m. until 10:30 p.m.; however, please note that Wi-Fi...

Emergency Control Group Update - March 25

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

The Control Group discussed the County's current Influenza Pandemic Plan and how portions of this plan can be applied to the COVID-19 situation moving forward. The early stages of the plan are already in place....

Emergency Control Group Update - March 24

Wyoming, ON - The County of Lambton Emergency Control Group met this morning to discuss updates in the current COVID-19 situation, including updates from the Province regarding the closure of all non-essential businesses. The group is scheduled to meet Wednesday and Friday this week to discuss new developments and planning requirements. Additional meetings will be scheduled if needed.

The group received an update from Lambton County's Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Ranade. Lambton Public Health...

Emergency Control Group Update - March 23

Wyoming, ON - The County of Lambton Emergency Control Group met this morning to discuss updates in the current COVID-19 situation. The group will also be meeting on Wednesday and Friday this week to discuss new developments and planning requirements.

The group received an update from Lambton County's Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Ranade. There are still no confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Lambton County, however Public Health officials continue to approach the situation as though the virus is...