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Penetanguishene offers Halloween tips, COVID-19 updates

These updates are as of Friday
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NEWS RELEASE
TOWN OF PENETANGUISHENE
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The Town of Penetanguishene continues to monitor news and updates concerning COVID-19 in order to ensure we work to keep our community members safe. 

Halloween Safety:

As you prepare for Halloween this year, we would like you to take extra precautions to ensure you are keeping yourself and your families safe. If you choose to participate in trick or treating and handing out candy you should follow some simple steps:  

  • Avoid gatherings with people outside of your household.  
  • Stay home if feeling ill even if you have mild symptom, or if you are at higher risk for serious illness from COVID-19  
  • Only go out with members of your direct household. 
  • Both trick or treaters and people handing out candy should wear a face covering. A costume mask is not a substitute for a face covering and should not be worn over a face covering as it may make it difficult to breathe.  
  • Consider building your face covering into your, or your child’s, costume.  
  • Do not congregate or linger at doorsteps. Line up two metres (six feet) apart if waiting. 
  • Avoid high-touch surfaces and objects.  
  • Whether collecting or handing out treats, wash your hands often and thoroughly or use hand sanitizer.  
  • Do not leave treats in a bucket or bowl for children to grab.  
  • Consider using tongs, or other similar tools to hand out treats. 

Remembrance Day Ceremonies:

Message provided by SMDHU The importance of honouring our fallen heroes in service of their country and the courage of those who still serve is vital to each family and community in Simcoe Muskoka.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and significant risks posed by events and gatherings, the health unit recommends taking part in online or broadcast services to best protect the health of veterans, and community members. Virtual options are the preferred approach to allow everyone in our communities to participate from the safety of their own home.

Impacts on Town Sewer System: Can I Flush This?

Our wastewater division is noticing an increase in items that are being flushed down toilets that damage the sewer system, cause sewer backups in your home, and sewer releases to the environment since the beginning of COVID-19. Please read the do’s and don’ts of what you are able to flush here.

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