County Activating Emergency Control Group

Wyoming, ON - The County of Lambton Emergency Control Group met this morning, Sunday March 15, at 10:30 a.m. to review the current state of COVID-19 and updates from the province and Public Health. For the most up to date information, please visit the Lambton Public Health website or the Province of Ontario website.

The Control Group will be meeting via teleconference at 10:00 a.m. on a daily basis for the foreseeable future to review the current state of events. The Control Group has directed the activation of the County Emergency Control Plan; a declaration of a state of emergency has not formally been made, however discussions about this will be taking place over the coming week.

There are presently no confirmed cases in Lambton County, however cases have been confirmed in nearby areas including Middlesex London and Huron Perth.

On the advice of our Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Sudit Ranade, Lambton County is encouraging measures for the public to take to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 in our region. Enacting these measures will help prevent the spread of COVID-19 in Lambton County.

Dr. Ranade strongly recommends practicing enhanced social distancing. This means not just the avoiding large gatherings, but also limiting social interactions beyond essential contact.

In addition, there are everyday actions that can help prevent the spread of germs that cause respiratory illnesses like COVID-19. Take these everyday steps to reduce exposure to the virus and protect your health:

• Wash your hands often with soap and water or alcohol-based hand sanitizer
• Sneeze and cough into your sleeve
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth
• Avoid contact with people who are sick
• Stay home if you are sick
• Limit unessential travel

Currently, the following closures and restrictions at County facilities are in place:

• All programs taking place at Cultural Services facilities have been cancelled effective Saturday, March 15 until Sunday, April 5. This includes programs at Lambton County Library locations, Lambton Heritage Museum, Oil Museum of Canada, Lambton County Archives and the Judith and Norman Alix Art Gallery.
• The Grand Bend Library and the Brigden Library have been closed, effective Saturday, March 15 until Sunday, April 5.
• Lambton County Long-Term Care Homes have been closed to visitors until further notice. This includes Marshall Gowland Manor, North Lambton Lodge, and Lambton Meadowview Villa. The Chief Medical Officer of Health for Ontario has directed all Long-Term Care Homes in the province to close to all non-essential visitors.

Additional information and updates will be provided as they become available.

Presently, the Administration Building in Wyoming, Lambton Shared Services Centre in Sarnia, and all other County facilities remain open, with the exceptions stated above.

Updates will be provided on lambtononline.ca and our social media pages (Facebook, Twitter) should this information change.

We encourage patrons to complete necessary business over the phone or by email where possible to limit social interaction.

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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