Wednesday, February 16, 2022
Fire departments collaborate on ice rescue at Hillman Marsh LEAMINGTON — An ice rescue on Sunday evening, February 13, made for some topnotch collaboration between Kingsville Fire and Leamington Fire Services. The departments also received aid from OPP and Essex-Windsor EMS to perform the rescue. At about 10 pm, a call came in from a pair of snowmobilers who had gone through the ice in Hillman Marsh, quite a distance from shore. Thankfully, they were able to use their phones to call 9-11- and direct emergency services to their location. First on scene, an OPP officer was able to shine a light on the victims until fire crews and EMS arrived. One snowmobiler was able to get out and walk to shore. The Leamington Fire Duty Officer activated Mutual Aid protocols with Kingsville Fire and requested their ice rescue team to respond. The U.S. Coast Guard also activated a helicopter to assist with the rescue, but was cancelled
once the Kingsville crew was able to reach the remaining person. Leamington Fire set up a command post and lighting to prepare the scene for Kingsville Rescue to arrive. The Ice Rescue team set up in a very proficient manner and went out onto the ice and into the water to rescue the snowmobiler. “Outstanding work by all crews,” said Leamington Fire Chief Andrew Baird. “We would like to thank Leamington OPP, Essex County EMS, Kingsville Fire, JRCC and US Coast Guard for the quick and professional response. We don’t always get to work as a large team, but it is good to know when we need to, everything works seamlessly.” Both snowmobilers were transported to Erie Shores HealthCare for further evaluation. According to OPP, one of the rescued drivers was issued a three-day driving suspension after being administered roadside screening.
Rescue squads get ready to head onto the ice at Hillman Marsh on Sunday, February 13. Photo courtesy of Lreamington Fire Services
CK main vaccination clinic changes location
CHATHAM-KENT – On Wednesday, February 23, Chatham-Kent Public Health (CKPH) will run its final COVID-19 vaccination clinic out of the Bradley Centre site in Chatham. The vaccination clinic will then be relocating to 730 Richmond St., also in Chatham. The former YA Cana-
da building will be Chatham-Kent’s main vaccination site, serving all eligible residents aged 5+ beginning on Thursday, March 3. CK Public Health, Chatham-Kent Health Alliance and Chatham-Kent EMS, together with their dedicated staff and volunteers, have been oper-
ating out of the Bradley Centre site for nearly one full year. First, second and booster doses will be available to residents aged 18+, while first and second doses will be available to those aged 5+. A parent or guardian must be present for children under 12 years of age.
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Walk-ins are welcome at the clinics, but residents are encouraged to book an appointment in advance at www. GetYourShotCK.ca or by calling 519-351-1010. For a full list of COVID-19 vaccine clinics, visit www.CKPublic Health.com/Clinics.
ANNOUNCEMENT
Dr. Robert McCormick Optometrist, Leamington Eyecare Dear Leamington, Wheatley and Tilbury patients, for the time being I am now only available at my Kingsville Eyecare Clinic to assist you with your eyecare and eyewear needs. We welcome you to call 519-325-0123 or 519-733-3560 to schedule an appointment or if you have questions.
Thank you for your continued support.
375 Main St. E., Kingsville www.kingsvilleeyecare.ca
519.733.3560
