9/11 Drill Down to Safety
We were fortunate H1N1 wasn’t the disaster we feared but is your family ready for a more severe pandemic, a flood, a wind storm, a tornado, or any other disaster we might face?
The Clemont County General Health District is sending all Clermont County Residents postcards to encourage participation in the 9/11 Dirll Down to Safety. While millions will pause and reflect on the events of 9/11, the Safe America Foundation invites you to join in helping Americans be prepared to handle emergencies by practicing a ‘drill’ at home or work. Click here to Pledge Now! Read more...
Harmmful Algal Blooms
Information for Campground Owners (pdf)
Cyanobacteria, often called blue-green algae, are bacteria that are naturally found in Ohio lakes, ponds, and slow-moving streams. Although many species of algae do not produce toxins, some species of blue-green algae can cause Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs).
This summer Ohio’s local health departments, local physician offices, Poison Control Centers and the state health department have received reports of illness from people who have claimed to have had contact with HAB-contaminated water. Several of Ohio’s inland lakes have experienced cyanobacteria blue-green algae blooms, commonly referred to as Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs). Read More...
Updated: 08/27/2010