An informational meeting for those residents and business owners affected by the recent flood event is scheduled for tonight.
Officials will have information on what residents should be doing as they continue to rise up from flood waters. Information will be given regarding immediate services available, free well testing and how to prevent further damage. The organization of a Long Term Recovery Committee will take place.
Free well water testing is available through the Marshall County Health Department for those affected by the recent flood event in Marshall County.
According to Health Administrator Christine Stinson, flooding around a well can contaminate the well water and the casing of a well. Flood waters contain bacteria, viruses and waste that can cause extreme illnesses if people drink, bathe or cook with contaminated well water.
A volunteer clean-up day in Plymouth is set for Saturday, March 3.
Residents and business owners affected by flood waters are encouraged to call 2-1-1 to report damage and needs.
Volunteers interested in participating in clean-up efforts are asked to arrive at the Plymouth Fire Department at 111 N. Center Street in Plymouth at 9 a.m. for a kick-off rally, task assignment and send-off. The effort will end at 2 p.m. Be sure to wear clothes you plan on throwing out after your volunteer effort is complete. Proper boots are essential.
The Marshall County Health Department will offer free tetanus booster shots for those who have been working in and around flood waters.
County and city officials, along with other departments and organizations focused on disaster relief efforts met Monday morning to address needs. It’s been a community effort and all leaders commented that the community’s response has been overwhelming. Those attending offered several pieces of information to help those picking up after the damage.
As individuals transition from reacting to recovering, Marshall County Health officials are urging residents to use extreme caution while dealing with floodwaters.
In a statement released today, Marshall County Health Department Administrator Christine Stinson said the flood of 2018 will most certainly leave devastation behind. She added that though everyone will want to clean up and repair their homes and communities as quickly as possible, we must remember that floodwaters and the remains of floodwaters are dangerous to your health. Continue reading
Flu season is officially upon us and getting a flu shot is the best way to protect yourself from coming down with the most common strains of the disease.
Each year, influenza viruses are spread through coughing, sneezing, and close contact. The sickness can strike suddenly and last for several days. Symptoms vary by age but typically include a runny or stuffy nose, head and muscle aches, fatigue, fever or chills, a sore throat and coughing. Continue reading
The health department’s fee schedule ordinance and the ordinance pertaining to well installation, maintenance and operation were brought before the Marshall County Commissioners on Monday.
Health Administrator Christine Stinson told the commissioners that she discussed well caps with a well drilling operator and changed requirements to the abandonment of wells. She went to the DNR rule which satisfied the issue with wording in the ordinance.
The Marshall County Commissioners will hold two public hearings this morning when they meet for their regular meeting today.
The hearings will allow residents to comment on the proposed fee schedule changes in the health department and the changes in the well ordinance. The hearings are set to begin at 9 a.m. as advertised.
The Marshall County Commissioners will hold two public hearings on Monday, July 3 to hear comments on the new fee schedule for the health department and a well ordinance. Continue reading
Now that the Marshall County Health Department has completed its move to the Community Resource Center, attention is now turning to the expansion of the County Prosecutor’s Office. Continue reading
The Marshall County Health Department has completed its move to the Community Resource Center. The Health Department’s new offices officially opened Monday. Continue reading
If you need services from the Marshall County Health Department, you’d better get them this week. Continue reading
The Marshall County Health Department is gearing up for its move to the Community Resource Center. Continue reading
The Marshall County Health Department’s new offices should be completed next week. The department is moving to the Community Resource Center to make room for the expansion of the County Prosecutor’s Office in the Marshall County Building. Continue reading
Efforts to move the Marshall County Health Department to the Community Resource Center continue to move ahead. During Monday’s County Commissioners meeting, Commissioner Kurt Garner reported the project’s general construction cost currently sits at just over $163,000. Continue reading
The Marshall County Commissioners are expected to get an update on the County Health Department’s move to the Community Resource Center. It’s designed to free up space at the Marshall County Building for the expansion of the County Prosecutor’s Office. Continue reading
The Marshall County Council is moving ahead with funding arrangements for improvements to some county buildings. On Monday, council members approved some additional appropriations requested by the County Commissioners. Continue reading
The Marshall County Health Department says they have some well water test kits available for those concerned about the safety of their drinking water.
The Marshall County Health Department will be doing more to promote breastfeeding programs and support in the community due to a state mandate.
Annette Osborn from the health department explained to the Marshall County Council this week that a part-time WIC employee will need to increase work hours by four hours per week due to the new mandate for breastfeeding education.
