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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2000-07-12, Page 9Huron health unit issues boil water advisory A boil water advisory has been issued for several communities in southern Huron County following the heavy rainfall Sunday. The Twps. of Usborne, Stephen and Hay, the Villages of Zurich and Hensall and the Town of Exeter were flooded when 6.5 inches of precipitation fell in just four hours. Senior public health inspector with the health unit Klaus Seeger reiterated that all dug wells should definitely be tested and that applies Flood waters contaminate food Since foods exposed to flooded water may constitute a health hazard, the following recommendations are intended as a guide in the disposing of such contaminated foods. 1. CANNED FOODS Canned food should be closely checked for ‘leakers’ and ‘swells’. Particular attention should be paid to seams and joints for signs of corrosion. Home prepared fruits in jars and sealers which show evidence of contamination should be discarded. 2. SOFT FOODS Soft foods, including all kinds of meat and dairy products, should be discarded if there is any evidence of contact with flood water. 3. WRAPPED FOODS Foods which have been wrapped in moisture-proof wrappers should be examined for breaks in the wrapper. If the wrapper is leaking or has been broken, the food should be discarded. 4. OTHER ITEMS All medicines, cosmetics and toilet items; bottled drinks have had contact with should be discarded. All food stored in where the electricity has been off for more than eight hours or where flood waters have risen above the door opening, should be discarded. Frequent opening of the refrigerator door greatly reduces this time. Should flood water enter a freezer unit, all food products in the freezer should be discarded. IF IN DOUBT -THROW IT OUT! All discarded food and food containers should be placed in properly covered receptacles and labelled as: “DANGER CONTAMINATED PRODUCT - DO NOT USE”. Note: Any undamaged food container that can be washed should be washed thoroughly and immersed in a chlorine/water solution of five which may flood waters refrigerators Morris approves demolition will send a letter to the property owner, who is using the building, The hamlet of Walton will lose a structure after Morris councillors were told by Chief Building Official Paul Josling, at the June 20 meeting, that the old library was unsafe. Council adjoining currently advising that all belongings should be removed from the structure so it can be demolished. The township road crew will do the work. Approval was given to the municipal restructuring fund application which will help cover amalgamation costs for Morris- Turnberry. The cost estimate is $513,451 with savings of $160,344.24. Council has filed an appeal against a planned subdivision in East Wawanosh Twp. Council was not satisfied that concerns were answered and there were no assurances against adverse effects on to anywhere in the county, not just the latest victims of flooding. With the flooding and potential for inundation of private wells, the Huron County Health Unit issued an advisory to all well owners who had not yet had their water tested. Water should be boiled until test have been received. Seeger said Monday if wells tested alright after heavy rains this year, the water should be fine. This advisory is for results private earlier and ounces of bleach per one gallon of water (128 ml of bleach per four litres of water) for 15 minutes. CLEAN-UP OF FLOODED BASEMENTS 1. Personal Protection When sewage, especially fecal matter or decayed vegetation, is carried by flood water, take special precautions. The use of protective gear i.e. rubber gloves, rubber boots and face masks is recommended. Once the clean-up process is over, make sure that all parts of the body that have come in contact with the flood waters or area are thoroughly washed and disinfected. 2. General Clean-up Disinfection a) Drain any flooded area using a sump or other conventional pump to an area away from the home and septic field if there is an onsite sewage system. This should be done in stages, about a third of the volume of water per day. This will avoid structural damage which can occur if the water is removed too quickly. Water in a flooded basement should be disinfected every three to four days if the house is occupied. This can be done using a litre of liquid bleach. An attempt should be made to mix the bleach with the flood water as thoroughly as possible. b) Remove all damaged carpeting, furniture, dishes, wall boards, clothing, bedding, toys, etc. and discard unless items can be disinfected. Small refuse should be collected and placed in plastic bags for removal on regular garbage pick-up day. Larger items will also be removed at this time. Any discarded items should not be left accessible to persons who may try to salvage them. Each article should be labelled “DANGER - DISCARDED FLOOD ITEM - DO NOT SALVAGE.” c) Floors, walls, appliances and any item that can be disinfected should Morris Twp. lands. A grant of $500 was given to the Municipality of Brockton, Walkerton. Clerk-Treasurer Nancy Michie was instructed to apply for a waste diversion grant so that more bins REMEMBER... Potted Nursery Stock and Perennials can be Planted Anytime. Our Perennial Display Garden is a Must to See as the Blooming Bed is Never the Same. Ted’s Tasty Tomatoes are Still Available. -OPEN DAILY FROM 9 TO 6- CONSTRUCTION LTD. R.R. 2 Bluevale ♦ • Licensed Septic Installations • Screened & Field Topsoil • Bark Mulch • Sand • Gravel • Fill • Backhoeing • Bulldozing • Excavating • Loading & Hauling Give us a call 887-9061 Fax 887-9999 untested wells. Though one clean test should indicate the water is fine, Seeger recommended checking it again in a month. The health unit reports that 40 per cent of the 3,400 samples tested in the past month have shown levels of contamination. In spite of the high number of incidents, there have been no reported cases of illness due to water contamination to date. be washed thoroughly with a disinfecting solution of warm water and chlorine bleach (household bleach). The water - chlorine mixture is five oz. of bleach per one gallon of water (128 ml of bleach per four litres of water). Provide as much ventilation as possible to each area that is cleaned to ensure that fumes/ vapours do not reach dangerous concentrations. The basement should be thoroughly aired and dried after treatment and before occupancy of the basement. Central air conditioning units should not be operated until the basement is restored for occupancy since air bome contaminants could be dispersed throughout the house, d) Once the area has been thoroughly cleaned and restored, contact the local utilities and request that service be restored to the residence if services were interrupted. No attempt should be made to try out or to operate any electrical appliances until the wiring in your home or build­ ing has been inspected and found safe. 3. Water Supply a) If through taste, colour or odour, you suspect that your drinking water has been contaminated, purify it before drinking by boiling, or adding purification tablets, or chlorinating using household bleach. When bleach is used, add two drops per litre of water (1/4 Teaspoon per gallon). Mix well and let stand for 15 minutes. b ) If you have your own private water supply (i.e. dug or drilled well) have the water tested for potability before drinking. Continue to boil or treat until test results -return with no bacterial contamination. For further information contact: Healthy Environments Team, Huron County Health Unit, (519) 482-3416 or 1-800-265-5184. could be placed at the landfill site for the separation of materials with more waste coming in from another municipality. A public meeting will be held in conjunction with the county, Aug. 15, regarding the 9-1-1 road names. Owners and operators of small communal wells are reminded of the free workshop to be held tonight (Wednesday) at the Clinton Town Hall Auditorium from 7 to 10 p.m. Experts from the Health Unit and Ministry of Environment will advise owners about steps to undertake to ensure the safest water possible. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, JULY 12, 2000. PAGE 9. Receiving recognition Grey Twp. resident Dorothy Dilworth was presented with a certificate by Twp. Reeve Robin Dunbar last week, naming her senior of the year. Former teacher receives senior of the year award Long-time Grey Twp. resident Dorothy Dilworth received recognition as senior of the year, July 3. Twp. Reeve Robin Dunbar presented Dilworth with the certificate for her years as an active and integral part of the community as a volunteer. Dilworth is presently the chair of the Ethel Community Centre and spends countless hours volunteering on behalf of the centre, including organization of the bi-weekly euchre parties. She lives beside the only ball PEOPLE AROUND CRANBROOK By Peter Hagedoorn Call , ■ A YW 887-6935 Jim and Linda Minielly and granddaughter Micheala vacationed in Owen Sound over the weekend, taking in the Owen Sound sidewalk and garage sales, and Story Book Park. Upon arriving at their campsite they discovered they had a stowaway, the family cat. Boots in their trailer. After getting her feet on level ground Boots soon was purring and enjoying her holiday. Of course, the addition of the stow-away cost cat food, litter tray, kitty litter and a harness and leash. park in the township and helps to maintain it by cutting grass and providing supervision of activities at the park during times when no organized events are scheduled. Born in Alma, Dilworth first taught school in Moncrieff. She retired in 1985 after 35 years of teaching, 20 years in the same Grade 7 classroom. She supplied for an additional 10 years. Dilworth enjoys travelling, playing cards, bingo, gardening and watching her grandchildren’s sporting endeavours. From now on we shall check the trailer before we go away! The Cranbrook Walking Club starts again Monday, July 10. Anyone can join Monday through Thursday, meeting at 8 a.m. at the crossing Cranbrook Road and McNabb Line (which by the way is the only crossing). One can be a regular. One can also join when there is time und inclination. There is no age limit one way or another and you just participate at whatever pace you are physically comfortable with. In the past it was a fun walking exercise together. Saturday July 15 is the Cranbrook Garage and Yard Sale Day from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Sunday is Twin Day. Leslie and Yvonne Knight had the pleasure of a visit from Rick and Naomi and grandson Will. The occasion was the wedding of Yvonne’s niece Andrea Siemon and Rick Moyer, which was held Saturday, July 8 at the Lutheran Church in Brodhagen. ON... Annuals, Hanging Baskets, Geraniums, Perennials, Lilies & More! Emma’s Special ( on Nursery Stock Continues!!! The Place Hnere Gardeners Meet ’RR# 1 BAYFIELD, ONT. NOM IL0 482-3020