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Switzerland County Public Meeting for Flood Victims: Indiana Department of Homeland Security (IDHS) and Switzerland County will host a public meeting on, (Tuesday, September 20th) from 4 PM to 5 PM at the Technological and Education Center at 708 West Seminary St. Vevay, IN 47043. IDHS officials will be on-site to answer questions about reporting damages via Indiana 211. Please call 812 – 427 – 4301 with additional questions.

Switzerland County Emergency Management Agency: Whether Travel Status Announcement:

The Switzerland County Highway supervisor in cooperation with the Switzerland County commissioners has put our travel status on Orange Level (WATCH).

WATCH, means that conditions are threatening to the safety of the public. During the watch, local travel advisory, only essential travel such as to and from work or in emergency situations is recommended and emergency action plan should be implemented by businesses, schools, government agencies, and other organizations... (SCEMA).

February 3rd, 2022

Switzerland County Health Department Covid-19 Update

Monthly case activity: April: 15 positive cases. May: 26 positive cases     June: 16 positive cases July: 33 positive cases (97% unvaccinated) August: 290 (92.7% unvaccinated) 2 deaths September: 243 positive (91% unvaccinated) 3 deaths October: 70 positive (88% unvaccinated) November: 92 positive (77% unvaccinated) December: 200 positive (82% unvaccinated, 1 death) January: 640 positive. (70% unvaccinated)
Please note: Our total does not include Switzerland County residents who test outside of Indiana or people who self-test at home.
New vaccinations and boosters (6 months after second Pfizer or Moderna and 2 months after JJ vaccine) are available and The Switzerland County Health Department can vaccinate M-F. CVS also carries the Pfizer vaccine and is another option for vaccination. Please use the resources listed below. Free testing is still available at the Health Department. ourshot.in.gov switzerland-county.com and scroll down to “Health” Alternatively, call 812-427-3220 CVS Vevay
Scott Frede, MD

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January 30th, 2022
Switzerland County Health Department Covid-19 Update

Monthly case activity: April: 15 positive cases. May: 26 positive cases     June: 16 positive cases July: 33 positive cases (97% unvaccinated) August: 290 (92.7% unvaccinated) 2 deaths September: 243 positive (91% unvaccinated) 3 deaths October: 70 positive (88% unvaccinated) November: 92 positive (77% unvaccinated) December: 200 positive (82% unvaccinated, 1 death) January to date: 615 positive. (70% unvaccinated)
Please note: Our total does not include Switzerland County residents who test outside of Indiana or people who self-test at home.
We are seeing significant community spread.
New vaccinations and boosters (6 months after second Pfizer or Moderna and 2 months after JJ vaccine) are available and The Switzerland County Health Department can vaccinate M-F. CVS also carries the Pfizer vaccine and is another option for vaccination. Please use the resources listed below. Free testing is still available at the Health Department. ourshot.in.gov switzerland-county.com and scroll down to “Health” Alternatively, call 812-427-3220 CVS Vevay
Scott Frede, MD

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January 21st, 2022

Switzerland County Health Department Covid-19 Update

Monthly case activity: April: 15 positive cases. May: 26 positive cases     June: 16 positive cases July: 33 positive cases (97% unvaccinated) August: 290 (92.7% unvaccinated) 2 deaths September: 243 positive (91% unvaccinated) 3 deaths October: 70 positive (88% unvaccinated) November: 92 positive (77% unvaccinated) December: 200 positive (82% unvaccinated, 1 death) January to date: 413 positive. (70% unvaccinated)
Please note: Our total does not include Switzerland County residents who test outside of Indiana or people who self-test at home.
We are seeing significant community spread.
New vaccinations and boosters (6 months after second Pfizer or Moderna and 2 months after JJ vaccine) are available and The Switzerland County Health Department can vaccinate M-F. CVS also carries the Pfizer vaccine and is another option for vaccination. Please use the resources listed below. Free testing is still available at the Health Department. ourshot.in.gov switzerland-county.com and scroll down to “Health” Alternatively, call 812-427-3220 CVS Vevay
Scott Frede, MD

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January 18th, 2022

Switzerland County Health Department Covid-19 Update

Monthly case activity: April: 15 positive cases. May: 26 positive cases     June: 16 positive cases July: 33 positive cases (97% unvaccinated) August: 290 (92.7% unvaccinated) 2 deaths September: 243 positive (91% unvaccinated) 3 deaths October: 70 positive (88% unvaccinated) November: 92 positive (77% unvaccinated) December: 200 positive (82% unvaccinated, 1 death) January to date: 309 positive. (86% unvaccinated)
Please note: Our total does not include Switzerland County residents who test outside of Indiana or people who self-test at home.
We are seeing significant community spread.
New vaccinations and boosters (6 months after second Pfizer or Moderna and 2 months after JJ vaccine) are available and The Switzerland County Health Department can vaccinate M-F. CVS also carries the Pfizer vaccine and is another option for vaccination. Please use the resources listed below. Free testing is still available at the Health Department. ourshot.in.gov switzerland-county.com and scroll down to “Health” Alternatively, call 812-427-3220 CVS Vevay
Scott Frede, MD

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January 10th, 2022

Switzerland County Health Department Covid-19 Update

Monthly case activity: April: 15 positive cases. May: 26 positive cases     June: 16 positive cases July: 33 positive cases (97% unvaccinated) August: 290 (92.7% unvaccinated) 2 deaths September: 243 positive (91% unvaccinated) 3 deaths October: 70 positive (88% unvaccinated) November: 92 positive (77% unvaccinated) December: 200 positive (82% unvaccinated, 1 death) January to date: 131 positive.
Please note: Our total does not include Switzerland County residents who test outside of Indiana or people who self-test at home. We are collecting data on the vaccination rate.
We are seeing significant community spread.
New vaccinations and boosters (6 months after second Pfizer or Moderna and 2 months after JJ vaccine) are available and The Switzerland County Health Department can vaccinate M-F. CVS also carries the Pfizer vaccine and is another option for vaccination. Please use the resources listed below. Free testing is still available at the Health Department. ourshot.in.gov switzerland-county.com and scroll down to “Health” Alternatively, call 812-427-3220 CVS Vevay
Scott Frede, MD

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COVID - 19 COMMUNITY TESTING & VACCINATION

Testing and Vaccination: Wednesday through Saturday, January 5 through January 8.
From 12 P.M. to 8 P.M.
Location: Switzerland County Fairgrounds

Maderna and Pfizer ( adult and pediatric) is available for vaccination. Please see the following in regards for testing restrictions.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: PCR tests are available for anybody in need. Rapid tests are only available to those 18 and younger or symptomatic individuals is age 50 and older. This is due to limited supply of rapid antigen test.

Dial 211 or visit coronaviris.in.gov to schedule an appointment

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January 3rd, 2022

Switzerland County Health Department Covid-19 Update

Monthly case activity: April: 15 positive cases. May: 26 positive cases     June: 16 positive cases July: 33 positive cases (97% unvaccinated) August: 290 (92.7% unvaccinated) 2 deaths September: 243 positive (91% unvaccinated) 3 deaths October: 70 positive (88% unvaccinated) November: 92 positive (77% unvaccinated) December: 200 positive (82% unvaccinated, 1 death)
Please note: Our total does not include Switzerland County residents who test outside of Indiana or people who self-test at home.
We are seeing significant community spread.
New vaccinations and boosters (6 months after second Pfizer or Moderna and 2 months after JJ vaccine) are available and The Switzerland County Health Department can vaccinate M-F. CVS also carries the Pfizer vaccine and is another option for vaccination. Please use the resources listed below. Free testing is still available at the Health Department. ourshot.in.gov switzerland-county.com and scroll down to “Health” Alternatively, call 812-427-3220 CVS Vevay
Scott Frede, MD

December 28, 2021

Switzerland County Health Department Covid-19 Update

Monthly case activity: April: 15 positive cases. May: 26 positive cases     June: 16 positive cases July: 33 positive cases (97% unvaccinated) August: 290 (92.7% unvaccinated) 2 deaths September: 243 positive (91% unvaccinated) 3 deaths October: 70 positive (88% unvaccinated) November: 92 positive (77% unvaccinated) December to date: 164 positive (83% unvaccinated, 1 death)
Our total does not include Switzerland County residents who test outside of Indiana or people who self-test at home. We are seeing more community spread. New vaccinations and boosters (6 months after second Pfizer or Moderna and 2 months after JJ vaccine) are available and The Switzerland County Health Department can vaccinate M-F. CVS also carries the Pfizer vaccine and is another option for vaccination. Please use the resources listed below. Free testing is still available at the Health Department. ourshot.in.gov switzerland-county.com and scroll down to “Health” Alternatively, call 812-427-3220 CVS Vevay
Scott Frede, MD

December 23rd 2021

Switzerland County Health Department Covid-19 Update

Monthly case activity: April: 15 positive cases. May: 26 positive cases     June: 16 positive cases July: 33 positive cases (97% unvaccinated) August: 290 (92.7% unvaccinated) 2 deaths September: 243 positive (91% unvaccinated) 3 deaths October: 70 positive (88% unvaccinated) November: 92 positive (77% unvaccinated) December to date: 127 positive (82% unvaccinated, 1 death)
We are seeing more community spread. New vaccinations and boosters (6 months after second Pfizer or Moderna and 2 months after JJ vaccine) are available and The Switzerland County Health Department can vaccinate M-F. CVS also carries the Pfizer vaccine and is another option for vaccination. Please use the resources listed below. Free testing is still available at the Health Department. ourshot.in.gov switzerland-county.com and scroll down to “Health” Alternatively, call 812-427-3220 CVS Vevay
Scott Frede, MD

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December 20, 2021

Switzerland County Health Department Covid-19 Update

Monthly case activity: April: 15 positive cases. May: 26 positive cases     June: 16 positive cases July: 33 positive cases (97% unvaccinated) August: 290 (92.7% unvaccinated) 2 deaths September: 243 positive (91% unvaccinated) 3 deaths October: 70 positive (88% unvaccinated) November: 92 positive (77% unvaccinated) December to date: 111 positive (83% unvaccinated, 1 death)
We are seeing more community spread. New vaccinations and boosters (6 months after second Pfizer or Moderna and 2 months after JJ vaccine) are available and The Switzerland County Health Department can vaccinate M-F. CVS also carries the Pfizer vaccine and is another option for vaccination. Please use the resources listed below. Free testing is still available at the Health Department. ourshot.in.gov switzerland-county.com and scroll down to “Health” Alternatively, call 812-427-3220 CVS Vevay
Scott Frede, MD

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December 16, 2021

Switzerland County Health Department Covid-19 Update

Monthly case activity: April: 15 positive cases. May: 26 positive cases     June: 16 positive cases July: 33 positive cases (97% unvaccinated) August: 290 (92.7% unvaccinated) 2 deaths September: 243 positive (91% unvaccinated) 3 deaths October: 70 positive (88% unvaccinated) November: 92 positive (77% unvaccinated) December to date: 97 positive (83% unvaccinated, 1 death)
We are seeing more community spread, and are designated RED on the state website. New vaccinations and boosters (6 months after second Pfizer or Moderna and 2 months after JJ vaccine) are available and The Switzerland County Health Department can vaccinate M-F. CVS also carries the Pfizer vaccine and is another option for vaccination. Please use the resources listed below. Free testing is still available at the Health Department. ourshot.in.gov switzerland-county.com and scroll down to “Health” Alternatively, call 812-427-3220 CVS Vevay
Scott Frede, MD

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December 14, 2021

Switzerland County Health Department Covid-19 Update

Monthly case activity: April: 15 positive cases. May: 26 positive cases     June: 16 positive cases July: 33 positive cases (97% unvaccinated) August: 290 (92.7% unvaccinated) 2 deaths September: 243 positive (91% unvaccinated) 3 deaths October: 70 positive (88% unvaccinated) November: 92 positive (77% unvaccinated) December to date: 80 positive (84% unvaccinated, 1 death)
We are seeing more community spread, and are designated RED on the state website. New vaccinations and boosters (6 months after second Pfizer or Moderna and 2 months after JJ vaccine) are available and The Switzerland County Health Department can vaccinate M-F. CVS also carries the Pfizer vaccine and is another option for vaccination. Please use the resources listed below. Free testing is still available at the Health Department. ourshot.in.gov switzerland-county.com and scroll down to “Health” Alternatively, call 812-427-3220 CVS Vevay
Scott Frede, MD

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December 7, 2021

Switzerland County Health Department Covid-19 Update

Monthly case activity: April: 15 positive cases. May: 26 positive cases     June: 16 positive cases July: 33 positive cases (97% unvaccinated) August: 290 (92.7% unvaccinated) 2 deaths September: 243 positive (91% unvaccinated) 3 deaths October: 70 positive (88% unvaccinated) November: 92 positive (77% unvaccinated) December to date: 28 positive (82% unvaccinated, 1 death)
We are seeing more community spread, and are designated RED on the state website. New vaccinations and boosters (6 months after second Pfizer or Moderna and 2 months after JJ vaccine) are available and The Switzerland County Health Department can vaccinate M-F. CVS also carries the Pfizer vaccine and is another option for vaccination. Please use the resources listed below. Free testing is still available at the Health Department. ourshot.in.gov switzerland-county.com and scroll down to “Health” Alternatively, call 812-427-3220 CVS Vevay
Scott Frede, MD

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December 3, 2021

Switzerland County Health Department Covid-19 Update

Monthly case activity: April: 15 positive cases. May: 26 positive cases     June: 16 positive cases July: 33 positive cases (97% unvaccinated) August: 290 (92.7% unvaccinated) 2 deaths September: 243 positive (91% unvaccinated) 3 deaths October: 70 positive (88% unvaccinated) November: 92 positive (77% unvaccinated) Dember to date: 16 positive (75% unvaccinated, 1 death)
We are seeing more community spread, and are designated RED on the state website. New vaccinations and boosters (6 months after second Pfizer or Moderna and 2 months after JJ vaccine) are available and The Switzerland County Health Department can vaccinate M-F. CVS also carries the Pfizer vaccine and is another option for vaccination. Please use the resources listed below. Free testing is still available at the Health Department. ourshot.in.gov switzerland-county.com and scroll down to “Health” Alternatively, call 812-427-3220 CVS Vevay

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December 1, 2021

Switzerland County Health Department Covid-19 Update

Monthly case activity: April: 15 positive cases. May: 26 positive cases     June: 16 positive cases July: 33 positive cases (97% unvaccinated) August: 290 (92.7% unvaccinated) 2 deaths September: 243 positive (91% unvaccinated) 3 deaths October: 70 positive (88% unvaccinated) November: 92 positive (77% unvaccinated)
We are seeing more community spread, and will be designated RED on the ISDH website this week. New vaccinations and boosters are available and The Switzerland County Health Department can vaccinate M-F. CVS also carries the Pfizer vaccine and is another option for vaccination. Please use the resources listed below. Free testing is still available at the Health Department. ourshot.in.gov switzerland-county.com and scroll down to “Health” Alternatively, call 812-427-3220 CVS Vevay
Scott Frede, MD

COUNTY TRAVEL STATUS:
(Red) Warning Level: The highest level of local travel advisory, means that travel may be restricted to emergency management workers only. During a "Warning" local travel advisory, individuals are directed to.
(A) refrain from track all travel;
(B) comply with necessary emergency measures;
(C) cooperate with public officials and disaster services forces in executing emergency operation plans;
(D) obey and comply with the lawful directions of properly identified officers.

(Orange) Watch Level: Means that conditions are threatening to the safety of the public. During a "Watch" local travel advisory, only essential travel, such as to and from work or in emergency situations, is recommended, and emergency action plans should be implemented by businesses, schools, government agencies, and other organizations.

(Yellow) Advisory Level: The lowest level of local travel advisory, means that routine travel or activities may be restricted in areas because of a hazardous situation, an individual should use caution or avoid those areas.

Check Out Switzerland County Emergency Management Agency on Facebook: for other events and information and training opportunities.
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"WE NEED VOLUNTEERS"
7 Out of 10 Firefighters and Emergency Responders are Volunteers, and your community needs more volunteers like you.

If you have got the heart to serve your community in ways few can, we've got the opportunities for you.
As Indiana's Community College, in partnership with the Indiana Volunteer Firefighters Association, we want to take care of the people who will keep our communities safe. If you become an active member of a volunteer fire or EMS service provider, serving as a volunteer firefighter or EMS Responder, you can apply to most Ivy Tech programs offered and may receive free tuition while serving your community.

To learn more about the admissions process for our public safety scholarship, visitIvy.edu/voluntteer or ivfa.org

To learn more about the admissions process for our public safety scholarship, visit Ivy Tech.edu/Volunteer

The Emergency Management plays a critical role in preparing Vevay, Patriot and Switzerland County for any disaster. We have a Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (CEMP) that details our response to all hazards. The Plan is under constant review and is continually updated to reflect changes in policies and procedures. Emergency Preparedness is a community responsibility and you can help. Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT) and Citizen Corps are designed to involve citizens in emergency response. We need your cooperation and support if we are to minimize the damage caused by a disaster in our community.

THOMAS MOORE

switzema@gmail.com

KEEP IN TOUCH

(P) 812.427.4300
(M) 812.801.3141
(F) 812.427.3304

708 West Seminary Street
Suite 400
Vevay, IN 47043