The Health Department of Northwest Michigan released a public health emergency order that went into effect today at noon. Health Officer, Lisa Peacock, shared "With the continued rise in cases across Michigan as well as evidence of community spread in surrounding areas of northern Michigan, we are concerned about anyone who has to leave their home to either provide or receive essential services. Critical infrastructure workers and those seeking their services are at higher risk to either get or spread the virus because they may interact with people outside of their home. Screening of critical infrastructure employees and implementing social distancing measures can't completely eliminate the risk but can reduce the risk by requiring consistency in these practices."
The Health Department of Northwest Michigan is declaring Emergency Order 2020-1 requiring screening and social distancing measures at open businesses and operations subject to the Governor's Executive Order 2020-21. The emergency order goes into effect on Monday, April 6 at 12:00pm (noon).
The Health Department of Northwest Michigan is reminding residents of the importance of staying home to save lives. In the event it becomes necessary to leave your home, guidance has shifted for individuals wearing masks. In an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19, the White House is formalizing new guidance for Americans wearing face coverings like homemade masks or bandanas but are urging everyone to ensure healthcare workers and first responders are prioritized when it comes to surgical and N95 masks.
