Protect our elm trees & Hantavirus Precautions when Spring Cleaning - Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for Thursday April 6th, 2017 8:35 am

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Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for Thursday April 6th, 2017 8:35 am

With GX94's Craig Wallebeck > see him @ http://www.gx94radio.com/craig-Wallebeck

This week we focus on: Protect our elm trees & Hantavirus Precautions when Spring Cleaning 


​"Health officials are reminding residents to take precautions against  hantavirus when in areas potentially infested by rodents.

People can get hantavirus by breathing in contaminated airborne particles from the droppings, urine and saliva of infected deer mice. Hantavirus infection is rare but it can be fatal. Symptoms of hantavirus include fever, muscle aches, cough, headaches, nausea and vomiting. These symptoms can quickly develop into a severe and often fatal lung disease called hantavirus pulmonary syndrome.
“Seek urgent medical attention if you develop a fever, coughing and shortness of breath within one to six weeks of exposure to potentially infested areas,” Saskatchewan’s Chief Medical Health Officer Dr. Saqib Shahab said.
Exposure to hantavirus most often occurs when people clean up enclosed buildings such as grain bins, sheds, barns, garages, trailers, cottages and homes, or farm equipment and vehicles that have been in storage.
“Be aware of the risk and take the necessary precautions to avoid direct contact with mouse droppings or inhaling contaminated air particles,” Shahab said.
When cleaning rodent-infested areas:

• Ventilate the building by opening doors and windows for at least 30 minutes before cleaning;
• Use wet mopping methods and wear rubber or plastic gloves;
• Wear goggles and a well-fitting N-95 type filter mask when cleaning areas contaminated by droppings in a confined space;
• Dampen areas contaminated with rodent droppings with bleach disinfectant and remove droppings with a damp mop or cloth;
• Avoid using dry cleaning methods such as dusting, sweeping, vacuuming or air-hosing;
• Steam clean, shampoo or spray upholstered furniture with a detergent, disinfectant or a mixture of bleach and water; and
• Wash clothes and bedding with detergent in hot water.

You can also reduce exposure to hantavirus by:

• Blocking openings that might allow rodents to enter a building;
• Storing human and animal food, water and garbage in containers with tightly-fitted lids; and
• Moving woodpiles or other potential hiding places for mice away from your home.

There have been 31 cases of hantavirus pulmonary syndrome reported in Saskatchewan since 1994, 10 of which resulted in death.

For more information on hantavirus, visit the Government of Saskatchewan website at www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/health/diseases-and-conditions/hantavirus and HealthLine Online at www.healthlineonline.ca. For advice on symptoms or when to seek care, call HealthLine 811.

http://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/health/diseases-and-conditions/hantavirus

 

"To reduce the spread of Dutch elm disease (DED), pruning of elm trees is prohibited throughout Saskatchewan from April 1 to August 31 each year.

The elm bark beetles that spread the disease are most active this time of year.  Fresh cuts from pruning can attract the insects and increase the chance of a DED infection.

Proper pruning outside the annual ban period helps keep elm trees healthy and more resistant to all diseases, including DED.  Removing dead and dying elm wood also means fewer places for beetles to breed, and helps keep their populations in check.
 Throughout the year, including the ban period, remove and dispose of DED-infected elms promptly.  Because elm firewood can spread DED, it is illegal to use, transport, store or sell elm wood for any purpose.  Dispose of elm wood promptly, using the method and locations chosen by your municipality.

If you hire someone to prune your trees, check their qualifications.  By law, commercial pruners of elm trees must complete a recognized training program or be under the supervision of someone who has.  Improper pruning techniques can spread DED and other tree diseases"

For more information, call your local municipal office or the ministry’s Client Service Office at 1-800-567-4224.

  For more information, contact:

Val Nicholson
Environment
Prince Albert
Phone: 306-953-2459
Email: val.nicholson@gov.sk.ca
Cell: 306-981-5645
http://www.saskatchewan.ca/government/news-and-media/2017/march/28/protect-your-elm-trees

Older Wiser Driver Guide

It helps you assess your driving practices and provides suggestions to make your driving safer.

https://www.sgi.sk.ca/pdf/older_wiser.pdf

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Events:

 - April 6th - Chase the Ace Kick-Off Supper - Preeceville & District Lions Club Chase the Ace Kick-Off Supper on April 6 from 5:00 - 7:30 pm at the Preeceville Curling Rink.

- April 25th - Volunteer Appreciation Tea & Awards - 2:00pm at club 60 - everyone welcome.

- May 27th - Town of Preeceville Community Wide Garage Sale

- In 2017, Canada will mark the 150th Anniversary of Confederation. Preeceville Celebration will be August 4th, 5th and 6th, 2017. Watch for details as they become available.

- And as always if you wish to have an event promoted visit and post it to our Community Events Calendar at www.townofPreeceville.ca


- CANADA 150 CELEBRATION - PREECEVILLE Strong, Proud and Free


In 2017, Canada will mark the 150th Anniversary of Confederation. Preeceville Celebration will be August 4th, 5th and 6th, 2017. Watch for details as they become available.

Canada’s 150th website: http://canada.pch.gc.ca/eng/1342792785740/1342793251811

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