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Health Departments Huron Perth Public Health

North Huron Covid Surge – Braemar Outbreak

Case count

  • Our data from Sunday, December 27, shows that Huron-Perth has a cumulative total of 635 confirmed cases since the beginning of the pandemic, with 70 cases added between December 24 and 27. There are currently 101 active cases.   
  • Sadly, one person has passed away since our previous update and we extend our condolences to their loved ones. The person’s passing was not associated with a long-term care home outbreak.
  • There are currently 3 people in Huron-Perth in hospital due to COVID.

Outbreaks

  • Hospitals:
    • The outbreak at Listowel Memorial Hospital continues and the confirmed cases remain at 4 patients and 9 staff.  
  • Long-Term Care & Retirement Homes:
    • There are currently five active long-term care outbreaks in Huron-Perth:
      • Braemar in North Huron (1 staff)
      • Caressant Care in North Perth (1 staff)
      • Exeter Villa in South Huron (4 residents, 5 staff)
      • Hillside Manor in Perth East (1 staff)
      • Knollcrest Lodge in Perth East (2 staff)
    • The Cedarcroft outbreak continues to be under control. There has been no change in case numbers: 50 confirmed cases in residents and 24 cases in staff. There are no active cases among residents or staff.

COVID-19 Vaccine

  • HPPH continues to work with Middlesex-London Health Unit, Southwestern Public Health, and London Health Sciences Centre to arrange vaccinations in London for long-term care and retirement home healthcare workers from Huron and Perth, as part of Phase 1 of the vaccine distribution plan.
  • In addition, HPPH is working together with local partners including Ontario Health partners (such as SW LHIN, Hospitals, Home and Community Care), Primary Care, and Paramedic Services to plan for Phase 2 and Phase 3 when more vaccines are available and they can be delivered in Huron Perth.
  • Only priority groups established by the Ministry of Health are receiving the early vaccine doses. At an unknown later time, this will be expanded by the province.
  • For the latest information about vaccines in the province, visit https://covid-19.ontario.ca/covid-19-vaccines-ontario 

Provincial Lockdown

  • The province-wide lockdown came into effect on Saturday, December 26, 2020
  • The provincewide shutdown is to help interrupt or slow current community transmission, reduce mobility and allow our health care and public health systems that are reaching critical limits to recover briefly and catch-up
  • To find out more about the restrictions and public health measures in place, visit: https://www.ontario.ca/page/covid-19-provincewide-shutdown

For more information

Visit: https://www.hpph.ca/en/news/coronavirus-covid19-update.aspx 

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Alerts Weather

Huron Perth Snow Squall Warning – 50km Winds To Create Hazardous Traveling Conditions

Snow squall warning in effect for:

  • Goderich – Bluewater – Southern Huron County
  • Listowel – Milverton – Northern Perth County
  • Stratford – Mitchell – Southern Perth County
  • Wingham – Blyth – Northern Huron County

Snow squalls continuing through this afternoon.

Snow squalls will continue into this afternoon before weakening this evening. Wind gusts up to 50 km/h will result in local blowing snow, particularly over exposed areas.

Hazards:
Additional local snowfall amounts of 10 to 15 cm by this evening
Quickly accumulating snow of 2 to 3 cm per hour at times
Poor visibility in heavy snow and blowing snow

Impacts:
Travel is likely to be hazardous through this afternoon.

Snow squalls cause weather conditions to vary considerably; changes from clear skies to heavy snow within just a few kilometres are common. Travel is expected to be hazardous due to reduced visibility in some locations. Be prepared to adjust your driving with changing road conditions.

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Area OPP

Fatal Snowmobile Vs Barn Collision Near Hensall On Christmas Eve – Alcohol A Factor

(SOUTH HURON, ON) – A snowmobile crash late last night south of Hensall has resulted in a fatality. 

At approximately 11:19 p.m. on December 24, 2020 Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Huron County Paramedic Services responded to a farm property located on London Road south of Hensall after receiving a 9-1-1 call about a snowmobile crash.

Upon arrival first responders located and then performed life saving measures on the snowmobile operator. He was transported from the scene by ambulance to a local hospital where he was later pronounced deceased.

Members from the West Region OPP Traffic Incident Management & Enforcement (TIME) Team attended the scene to assist with the collision investigation. 

The initial investigation has determined the deceased was operating a snowmobile in a field when he collided with a barn situated on the property. 

Investigators believe alcohol and excessive speed were contributing factors in the crash.

The deceased has been identified as Travis WILSON, 24 years of age, from Lambton Shores. 

A post-mortem examination will take place this weekend.

Any person with information regarding this crash should immediately contact Huron OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or (519) 482-1677. 

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Alerts Weather

Snow Squall Warning – Wingham & Blyth – 45cm Snow Possible

Snow squall warning in effect for:

  • Goderich – Bluewater – Southern Huron County
  • Wingham – Blyth – Northern Huron County

Snow squalls today and possibly this evening. A few isolated snow squalls may continue into Saturday north of London and along the Lake Huron shores.

Hazards:
Locally 25 to 45 cm of snow
Quickly accumulating snow of 5+ cm per hour
Blowing snow
Poor visibility in heavy and blowing snow

Timing:
Now through this morning and locally into the evening

Impacts:
Hazardous to dangerous travel

Discussion:
Exeter weather RADAR shows a few snow squalls coming off Lake Huron to all shorelines from just west of Grand Bend and northward with a broader area of moderate snowfall extending southeast of London. These snow squalls should get more intense today, however, they will become more isolated by this afternoon.

Intense snowfall rates may be possible for several hours this morning before the band shifts north of Grand Bend this afternoon. Travel could be dangerous due to low visibilities.

Snow squalls cause weather conditions to vary considerably; changes from clear skies to heavy snow within just a few kilometres are common. Visibility will be suddenly reduced to near zero at times in heavy snow and blowing snow. Travel is expected to be hazardous due to reduced visibility in some locations. Road closures are possible.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to [email protected] or tweet reports using #ONStorm.

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Police Press Releases Waterloo Regional Police

Online Seller Robbed At Shotgun Point At Parking Lot Meeting – Suspect Descriptions Released

Incident #: WA20275535
Publish Date: Dec 24, 2020
Incident Date: Dec 23, 2020
Location: EDWARD ST, CAMBRIDGE, ON Canada

On December 23, 2020, at approximately 8:15 p.m., Waterloo Regional Police received a report of a robbery in the area of Edward Street and Johnston Avenue in Cambridge. The victim had arranged to sell items online through a buy and sell website and met with unknown males in a public parking lot.

One of the male subjects brandished a shotgun while another fled the area on foot with the victim’s property. The victim did not sustain any physical injuries. The first suspect has been described as male, white, in his mid-20s, approximately 6’0″ tall, with a thin build, and was last seen wearing black clothing and a dark mask.

The second suspect has been described as male, white, in his 50s, approximately 5’5″ tall, with a medium build, and was last seen wearing a lighter jacket, dark pants and a dark mask.

The third suspect has been described as male, brown, in his mid-20s, 5’5″ tall, with a medium build, and was last seen wearing a brown jacket/vest, dark pants, black shoes and a black mask.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact police at 519-570-9777 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. Waterloo Regional Police would like to remind the public to meet in well-lit, public locations that are known to have surveillance cameras. Police would also like to encourage you to bring a friend or let someone know when and where your meeting is taking place. Don’t carry a large amount of cash with you and be wary of the location changing at the last minute. If anything appears suspicious, call police immediately.

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OPP Police Press Releases

Repeat Offender Tracked By K9 After OnStar Stops Vehicle & Donavan HUYCKE Runs For It

(RENFREW, ON) – On December 23, 2020, at around 10:00 p.m., members of the Renfrew County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) check in the Town of Renfrew. A vehicle actively avoided the check point and was later observed on Elgin Avenue West.

Officers attempted a traffic stop, but the vehicle accelerated away, only stopping briefly when blocked in, which resulted in minor damage to a police cruiser and the suspect vehicle. The vehicle was located again on Highway 511 and further attempts were made to bring the vehicle to a stop. 

OnStar was contacted by the rental agency, which led to the vehicle finally coming to a stop on the northbound shoulder of Highway 511 south of Larocque Road. 

The driver immediately jumped over the guard rail on the northbound side and ran off. 

The OPP Emergency Response Team, (ERT) along with the Canine Unit, were deployed and at around 2:00 a.m., December 24, the suspect was located. The driver and three passengers were arrested.

Donavan HUYCKE, aged 28, from Tillsonburg, was charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Flight from Police – sec 320.17
  • Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle – sec. 320.16(1)
  • Failure to stop after accident – sec. 320.16(1)
  • Operation while prohibited – sec. 320.18(1)(a) – two counts
  • Assault with a weapon – sec. 267(a)
  • Fail to comply with a probation order – sec.733.1(1)
  • Failure to comply with release order – sec. 145(5)(a) – five counts
  • Driving while under suspension – Highway Traffic Act sec. 53(1)

The accused will appear in front of the Ontario Court of Justice, via video link, for a bail hearing today.

If you have any information on the above investigations or any other please contact Grenville OPP on 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-(TIPS) 8477 or submit your tip on-line at www.ontariocrimestoppers.ca. Crime Stoppers does not want your name, you don’t go to court, and you could earn cash reward.

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Alerts Weather

Snow Squall Watch For Huron & Perth – 30cm Snow Possible Christmas & Boxing Day

4:37 PM EST Thursday 24 December 2020
Snow squall watch in effect for:

  • Goderich – Bluewater – Southern Huron County
  • Listowel – Milverton – Northern Perth County
  • Stratford – Mitchell – Southern Perth County
  • Wingham – Blyth – Northern Huron County

Snow squalls are expected on Friday and possibly Saturday.

Hazards:
15 to 30 cm of snow
Quickly accumulating snow at times
Reduced visibilities in blowing snow and heavy falling snow

Timing:
Friday morning into Saturday

Impacts:
Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced visibilities and snow accumulation

Discussion:
Cold northwesterly winds flowing over the warmer waters of Lake Huron will generate snow squalls beginning Friday morning. These snow squalls could potentially last into Saturday. Conditions should improve Saturday evening.

Snow squalls cause weather conditions to vary considerably; changes from clear skies to heavy snow within just a few kilometres are common. Visibility may be significantly and suddenly reduced to near zero.

Snow squall watches are issued when conditions are favourable for the formation of bands of snow that could produce intense accumulating snow or near zero visibilities.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to [email protected] or tweet reports using #ONStorm.

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Area OPP Police Press Releases

37 Year Old Ditch Drunk Driver From Owen Sound Arrested In Meaford

(MEAFORD, ON) – On December 21, 2020 at 9:34 p.m., Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a single motor vehicle collision on Highway 26, near the 2nd Concession North, in the Municipality of Meaford.  

A driver in a sport utility vehicle had driven into the ditch.

Officers attended and spoke with this driver. The driver showed obvious signs of impairment and was arrested for impaired driving. The driver was transported to the Grey Bruce OPP detachment in Chatsworth for additional testing.  

The results of the breath test were over the legal limit of 80 milligrams per 100 millilitres of blood.

As a result of this investigation, Grey Bruce OPP have charged Nathan PARK, 37 years-of-age, from Owen Sound with operation of a motor vehicle while impaired by alcohol, section 320.14(1)(a) Criminal Code of Canada (CCC) and operation while impaired with blood alcohol concentration 80 mgs or more, section 320.14(1)(b) CCC.

This driver was issued a 90 day drivers licence suspension and their vehicle was towed and will be impounded for seven days.

The accused must attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on February 18, 2021.

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Brockton Municipalities

Municipality of Brockton – Office Closure Reminder

Council and Staff of the Municipality of Brockton wish you a safe and happy holiday! A reminder that the Municipal Office, Recreation Office, and Brockton Child Care Centre are closed for the holidays. Visit our COVID-19 Updates webpage for details about office closures due to the Province-wide lockdown. 

As a result of the lockdown, the Municipal Office is closed to the public from December 24, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. until January 25, 2021. Residents can contact the Municipality by email, telephone (519-881-2223), or by mail for services and assistance. The measure maintains the health and safety of staff and residents. Keep updated on the Municipality’s response to the pandemic on our COVID-19 Updates webpage.

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Area OPP Police Press Releases

Child Abducted During Home Invasion – Parents Chase Down Nathaniel KAHGEE & Rescue Their Child

(SAUGEEN FIRST NATION, ON) On December 23, 2020 at 8:17 p.m. Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a child abduction that had just occurred on Eagle Street, on the Saugeen First Nation Reserve.

The investigation revealed a suspect had broken into a residence, took a young child and fled. The victim’s parents pursued the suspect and regained custody of their child. The suspect fled the scene.

Officers conducted a search of the area with the assistance of members of the West Region Emergency Response Team. The suspect was located and taken into custody.   

Grey Bruce OPP have charged Nathaniel KAHGEE, 26 years-of-age, from Saugeen First Nation, ON with the following offences:

  •  Abduction of a person under 14, section 28(1)(a) Criminal Code of Canada (CCC)
  • Break and enter a dwelling house – commit indictable offence, section 348(1)(b) CCC

The accused has been remanded into custody, following a bail hearing in the Ontario Court of Justice on December 24, 2020.   

Anyone with information regarding this or any incident is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or online at www.opp.ca/reporting. Should you wish to remain anonymous you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online message at http://hc-cs.ca where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Area OPP Police Press Releases

False Carjacking Report Leads To Arrest

(ARRAN TWP, ON) – On July 16, 2020 at 10:01 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a vehicle theft report from an address along Bruce Road 10 in Arran Township. 

The caller reported that a pedestrian had brandished a weapon before taking their Silver Mercedes GLK350 Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV).

Members of the South Bruce OPP, OPP Aviation Services, a member of the OPP Forensic Identification Unit and an OPP Canine Unit responded to the call.

As a result of the continuing police investigation, conducted by members of the South Bruce OPP Crime Unit, a 55-year-old resident of Arran Township was charged with Public Mischief.

The accused will be appearing in court as required to answer to the charge.

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Area OPP Police Press Releases

Daniel SASS Arrested – Break And Enter – 2 Long Guns Still Missing

(ARRAN TWP, ON) – On December 1, 2020 at 2:31 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a theft from a residence along Concession 10 west in Arran Township. 

As a result of the continuing police investigation, a second person is facing criminal charges.

Daniel SASS, 43-years-old, of Saugeen First Nation has been charged with:

  • 2 counts of Break and Enter
  • Theft of a Motor Vehicle
  • Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
  • Drive while under Suspension

The accused is scheduled to appear in court on February 10, 2021 to answer to the charges.

Officers are continuing to search for 2 long guns that were taken when the ATVs were stolen.

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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OPP Police Press Releases

Texting Drunk Driver Arrested – ANDERSON

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – On Wednesday, December 23, 2020, at approximately 7:25 a.m., the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment stopped a vehicle at a County Line, Townsend, Norfolk County address.

It was determined that an officer was travelling along County Line when they had to take evasive action to avoid a head-on collision with another motor vehicle. The officer subsequently stopped the vehicle and conducted an investigation.

As a result, police charged 26-year-old Austin Darrel ANDERSON of Brantford, Ontario with the following offences:

·        Operation while impaired- blood alcohol concentration 80 plus,

·        Fail to comply with probation order,

·        Driving motor vehicle with liquor readily available,

·        Novice driver – blood alcohol concentration above zero, and

·        Drive – hand held communication device.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice located in Simcoe at a later date.

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Alerts

2 More North Huron Covid Cases – 49 Dead & 2,447 More Cases Last 24 Hours In Ontario

Huron Perth Public Health is reporting 2 more cases of Covid-19 in North Huron, and 2 in Central Huron.

49 more people died yesterday from Covid and a new record of 2,447 more cases were reported.

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Municipalities Perth

County of Perth Municipal Facilities – Notice of Temporary Closure

PERTH COUNTY, ON – Due to the ongoing and quickly evolving situation regarding the spread of COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus), in the interest of Public Safety and the safety of County Staff, Perth County Warden Jim Aitcheson advises that all County operated facilities will be closed to public access effective Wednesday, December 23, 2020 at 4:30pm until further notice. It is important to note that the Ministry of Attorney General services operated in the County Courthouse will remain available to the public during this time. The following facilities are subject to this closure: 

  • Perth County Administration Buildings and Perth County Provincial Offences Court 1 Huron Street, Stratford, Ontario, N5A 5S4 and 1 Ontario Street, Stratford, Ontario, N5A 3GA
  • Stratford-Perth Archives 4273 Line 34, Stratford, Ontario, N5A 6S6
  • Perth County Paramedic Services Headquarters 480 Douro Street, Stratford, Ontario, N5A 3S9
  • All Perth County Paramedic Bases

Perth County will communicate to the public when a re-opening date has been determined. Perth County Staff continue to work and are available via phone 519-271-0531 or email at [email protected].

Other County contacts can be found at: https://www.perthcounty.ca/Modules/contact/search.aspx?s=uJRqyPbMwIWHcHH8PySJQQeQuAleQuAl

For the up-to-date information regarding the Pandemic, please consult the following resources:

Information Regarding Provincial Offences Court Proceedings:

If you have a fine that is due while the building is closed to the public, payments can be made through the following means:

  • By Phone – between the hours of 8:30-4:30, Monday to Friday with Visa, Debit, Mastercard, MasterCard or Visa Debit
  • Online – Visit www.payticket.ca and payments can be made by Visa or MasterCard
  • By Mail – You can mail your cheque or money order Payable to the County of Perth to the Provincial Offences Office, 1 Huron St, Stratford, ON N5A 5S4
  • There is a mail drop box on the St. Andrew Street door of the County Courthouse. If you leave your payment or documents in that drop box, please use an envelope and include your phone number so staff can contact you. 
  • Telephone appointments with the prosecutor and Audio/Remote Court plea dates will go ahead as scheduled. You can contact the court office for specific information about your case. To contact the POA staff, please e-mail [email protected]or by phone at 519-271-0530. The POA office is staffed and ready to assist.

Information Regarding Stratford-Perth Archives Operations:

  • In-person research appointments are not available during this closure.
  • Archives Staff continue to respond to research requests by phone or email as usual and curbside pick-ups can be arranged for photocopies, photo prints and to buy books.
  • To contact Stratford-Perth Archives Staff, please visit www.StratfordPerthArchives.on.ca or call 519-271-0531 ext. 259.