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Health Department Warns: Flu Activity On the Rise

Posted by David Haviland

on October 23, 2009 at 5:17 am (1370 social interactions)

Grays Harbor County, WA - Local health care providers, schools, and emergency rooms are reporting a sharp increase in the number of people they’re seeing with symptoms of the flu. Local health officials say it looks like the flu is here.

“We’ve been watching for and expecting this,” says Dr. John Bausher, the county’s health officer. “Like communities all over the state, we’re seeing a more rapid spread of the flu as the colder weather sets in.”

“We know people are anxious for vaccine, and so are we,” says Bausher. “But we really want people to remember to do the simple things that can so powerful in preventing the spread of the flu. Wash your hands often, cover your cough, and if you’re sick stay home.”

Anyone with a fever over 100 degrees should not go to work or school until they have been free of fever for at least 24 hours. And since most people with the flu get well in 4-7 days without treatment, health officials are encouraging people with the flu to take care of themselves at home. “We want to make sure people who are at high risk of severe disease are able to get care promptly,” says Bausher. “That becomes impossible if everyone with the flu tries to see a health care provider.”

Reed to recognize schools with the highest Mock Election turnout

Posted by David Haviland

on October 23, 2009 at 5:12 am (588 social interactions)

The 2009 Mock Election starts Monday, and Secretary of State Sam Reed has announced he will give special recognition to schools with the highest student voter turnout.

“We want to reward kids who choose to be active participants in our democracy,” Reed said. “The Mock Election helps kids develop good voting habits.”

Schools with the highest percentage of student voters will receive a signed certificate to honor their commitment to civic education, and each student will get a prize for participating. Additionally, Reed will visit the schools to personally give his congratulations, and to discuss with students what they learned in the Mock Election.

A non-partisan educational tool that promotes civic awareness in classrooms, the Mock Election helps students:

· Understand the history of voting rights and why voting is important;

· Separate fact from election rhetoric;

· Make informed decisions about candidates and ballot measures; and

· Contribute to their communities after the election.

Check your Smoke Detectors, Carbon Monoxide Detectors and your All Hazard Weather Radios!

Posted by David Haviland

on October 23, 2009 at 5:07 am (730 social interactions)

Grays Harbor County, WA - The Emergency Management Department of Grays Harbor County is asking that all citizens become pro active in protecting your family from harm. All households and businesses are being asked to:

1) CHANGE the batteries in their Smoke Detectors, Carbon Monoxide detectors and your All Hazard Weather Radios at the same time you change your clocks. Also, please test the alarm to make sure they work properly.

2) Check the status of any portable indoor heaters and remember to NEVER refuel indoors. If you use kerosene heaters, remember to leave a window open no less than 1” for ventilation. If you or any family member begins to feel ill or is not acting in a normal manner, LEAVE THE PROPERTY IMMEDIATELY AND CALL 911! Carbon Monoxide is odorless and can cause death!

3) Check the status of your generators.

4) Check or begin to assemble your 72 hour supplies in the event of a power outage. You will need non perishable food and water for your family and pets, blankets, bedding, flashlights and the location of the closest shelter in the event you must leave your home.

5) In the event of severe weather or disaster, remember to check on your neighbors.

The Grays Harbor Department of Emergency Management suggests that all residents visit our website at:

http://www.co.grays-harbor.wa.us/info/DEM/Index.asp

Longtime Washington state Patrol Communications Officer Retiring

Posted by David Haviland

on October 22, 2009 at 8:51 am (1328 social interactions)

Grays Harbor County - A long time Washington State Patrol Communications Officer is set to retire after dedicating more than 37 years to the agency.

Communications Officer 3 Lawrence “Larry” Evans began his career with the patrol on July 24, 1972. He sat behind his console accompanied by a boom mike, one telephone and a mechanical teletype terminal. No computer screens, no printers - just a pencil and pad of paper to take calls.

Larry started his communications career in Everett as a Communications Officer 1. On January 1, 1977 he promoted to Communications Officer 2 and transferred to Bellevue Communications. In March 1978, he transferred back to Everett.

WSDOT Completes 50th Project Funded by American Recovery and Reinvestment Act

Posted by David Haviland

on October 22, 2009 at 6:08 am (777 social interactions)

WSDOT and local governments have now completed 50 highway projects receiving American Recovery and Reinvestment Act funds. A ribbon cutting ceremony will celebrate the completion of two Recovery Act projects and one state-funded project in Moses Lake on October 22. Nationwide, over 8,000 highway projects are now approved for federal stimulus funding and nearly 4,700 are under way.