The West Nipissing Emergency Control Group met this morning to implement an emergency plan.
The Control Group is focused on preventative measures to protect the community from exposure to COVID-19. In response, preparations are in place for the implementation of an Assessment Centre to provide screening, assessment and testing to residents, when necessary.
In a news release, the municipality is urging residents returning from travel abroad, to follow the directive from the Government of Canada to self-isolate for 14 days. This applies to all Canadians that are returning from travel anywhere outside of Canada, including the United States of America. If you were out of the country when the latest travel guidelines went into effect and need to acquire supplies for your household, try reaching out to a family member, friend or neighbour.
"The Municipality and the Emergency Control Group will continue to follow the guidance of health authorities and will provide updates should new information become available," says the release.
