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Town, county respond to Stettler region’s first COVID-19 case

Mar 27, 2020 | 7:05 AM

The Town of Stettler and County of Stettler have released a statement following the region’s first reported case of COVID-19.

The case was confirmed by Alberta Health Services on Wednesday.

“We understand that this has been a difficult time for our residents and that this news may cause concern,” reads the joint statement from Stettler mayor Sean Nolls and County reeve Larry Clarke.

“The Town and County have been working together through the Stettler Regional Emergency Management Agency and have formed the Emergency Operating Centre to monitor to situation. We want to ensure you that this collaboration will continue to provide ongoing support and information throughout the COVID-19 pandemic and that we will always take the health and safety of our residents seriously.”

The statement goes on to say, “This confirmation of our first COVID-19 case is a reminder that we must take this pandemic seriously and be diligent. Always practice social distancing, increase your hygiene and cleaning measures, and follow the self-isolation standards set by Alberta Health Services. This is also a time to step up for our community members and loved ones; check on the neighbour that has been self-isolating, and don’t forget to pick up the phone and connect with family and friends.”

“The residents of the Stettler region have proven time and again that we are resilient and that we take care of our own. We know that we will face this adversity with the same mindset.”