Hazard Mitigation Planning Survey
Training and Exercise Coordinator Mark Barrett from Montgomery Emergency Management Agency · 7 May 20
Montgomery EMA needs our Montgomery's help. We are working to update our Hazard Mitigation Plan and would like our communities opinion. This survey will take less than 2 minutes to complete. The information from this survey will help your county's Emergency Management Agency develop effective strategies to reduce the effects of hazards such as floods, tornadoes and severe storms on life and property. Please answer each question completely and honestly as your answers will help us address hazard mitigation actions in your county. All answer are confidential. Thank you for your participation.
7 May 20 · Subscribers of Montgomery Emergency Management Agency in Safety
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Sharing Information for Wal-Mart 6495 Atlanta Highway Testing
Training and Exercise Coordinator Mark Barrett from Montgomery Emergency Management Agency · 15 Apr 20
Dear Montgomery Community,
At a time when COVID-19 testing is critical to the pandemic response, we want you to know that there is a drive-thru testing site available to anyone who may be exhibiting symptoms of the virus. In addition, the site is also available to all health care workers and first responders, whether or not they are exhibiting symptoms. We know they are on the frontlines of this pandemic and may be exposed to COVID-19 while keeping our communities healthy and safe. We are grateful and humbled by their efforts during this unprecedented time.
Please find information below regarding the testing site and how to schedule an appointment.
-Quest Diagnostics and Walmart
What: A drive-thru COVID-19 testing site in Montgomery, Alabama for all health care providers and first responders and anyone exhibiting symptoms of the COVID-19 virus. All appointments will be drive-thru, observed self-collection in the Walmart parking lot. Quest’s MyQuest™ online portal will screen and schedule those individuals who meet the CDC eligibility. To be tested, individuals must have a scheduled appointment from MyQuest™ and no walk-ups will be seen. The testing site is supported by Walmart, Quest Diagnostics and state and local officials.
Who: • All health care and first responders and anyone who is exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19 can start scheduling appointments. • For more information on testing eligibility please see CDC guidelines: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nco.... When: • The drive-thru will be open daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., weather permitting. • Please arrive no more than 10 minutes before your appointment time.
Where: • You must first qualify for COVID-19 screening and schedule an appointment at: www.MyQuestCOVIDTest.com
• Walmart parking lot: 6495 Atlanta Hwy, Montgomery, AL 36117 • PLEASE NOTE: Testing is not available in any Walmart store or in any Quest Diagnostics Patient Service Center.
What to bring/things to note: • The testing site requires an appointment through Quest’s MyQuestTM online portal and app. You will receive an appointment confirmation that you will need to have on hand when you arrive onsite. • In addition, please make sure to bring your insurance card and valid photo ID for proof of identity. • Those being tested will need to stay in their cars for verification of eligibility criteria.
• Individuals being tested will perform a self-administered nasal swab in their car with a healthcare provider observing them. Directions will be provided in the confirmation email after scheduling the appointment and on-site. • It’s important to take care of yourself and monitor your symptoms closely. If your symptoms do not improve or you develop new or worsening symptoms, seek medical attention right away. Do not wait to receive your results.
Results:
• Individuals being tested will receive their COVID-19 test results through the secure MyQuest online portal or app and may receive a call from our telehealth partner PWN to review results. • The average turnaround time to report results is 2 – 3 days from the day of collection. • While individuals that are tested are awaiting results, please follow CDC guidelines and take steps to help prevent the disease from spreading to people in your home and community.
If you have any questions regarding your scheduled appointment, please call Quest’s dedicated COVID19 line at 866-448-7719.
15 Apr 20 · Subscribers of Montgomery Emergency Management Agency in General
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How to Make a Cloth Face Mask
Training and Exercise Coordinator Mark Barrett from Montgomery Emergency Management Agency · 7 Apr 20
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7 Apr 20 · Subscribers of Montgomery Emergency Management Agency in General
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Governor Ivey's Stay at Home Order
Training and Exercise Coordinator Mark Barrett from Montgomery Emergency Management Agency · 4 Apr 20
Here is the updated Stay at Home Order by Governor Ivey.
4 Apr 20 · Subscribers of Montgomery Emergency Management Agency in General
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ADPH Clarification on March 27 State Health Officer Order
Training and Exercise Coordinator Mark Barrett from Montgomery Emergency Management Agency · 29 Mar 20
ALABAMA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
The RSA Tower, 201 Monroe Street, P.O. Box 303017, Montgomery, AL 36130-3017
(334) 206-5300 • FAX (334) 206-5520 Web Site: alabamapublichealth.gov
NEWS RELEASE
Clarifications to questions about public gatherings regarding the March 27 health orders
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Karen Landers, M.D. (256) 246-1714
In response to questions about public gatherings regarding the health orders from March 27, the Alabama Department of Public Health is issuing these clarifications:
•No non-work gatherings of ten or more people are permitted.
•No non-work gatherings of less than ten people are permitted, unless a consistent six-foot distance between persons can be maintained.
•A specific list of nonessential businesses was included in the health order issued yesterday. Businesses not included on this list are permitted but must take all reasonable steps to avoid gatherings of ten or more persons and to maintain a six-foot distance between persons.
29 Mar 20 · Subscribers of Montgomery Emergency Management Agency in General
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Montgomery Mayor Reed's COVID-19 curfew announcement
Training and Exercise Coordinator Mark Barrett from Montgomery Emergency Management Agency · 27 Mar 20
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27 Mar 20 · Subscribers of Montgomery Emergency Management Agency in General
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Jim Massey Cleaners Information (COVID-19)
Training and Exercise Coordinator Mark Barrett from Montgomery Emergency Management Agency · 26 Mar 20
Montgomery EMA would like to share safety and precaution information from;
JIM MASSEY CLEANERS
In response to Coronavirus concerns, we want to assure you the safety of both our staff and customers is our top priority. We are following CDC guidelines and industry standards in cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting every item which comes through our door.
To best serve you in a responsible, safe manner and to maintain our employees’ safety we have implemented the following:
1. We have adjusted our stores’ hours. Please visit http://www.jimmassey.com/locations/ or click the link below to view the hours of your favorite store.
2. As always, we are offering drive -thru service for both pick up and drop off. We have closed the store to walk-in customers.
At most stores you can also use our 24 Hour Drop Box at your convenience!
The easiest and safest way to have your clothing, household items, and your personal home laundry cleaned is to let us come pick it up and deliver it back to you two days later! All at no extra charge. This method allows for Zero person to person contact. Please call 481-1911 at your convenience and let us schedule a time to serve you.
In the meantime, please stay healthy and please continue to support your local businesses. Supporting local businesses keeps local people working!
Sincerely,
Jim Massey, III
John Massey
26 Mar 20 · Subscribers of Montgomery Emergency Management Agency in General
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Alabama Department of Public Health COVID Case Map
Training and Exercise Coordinator Mark Barrett from Montgomery Emergency Management Agency · 25 Mar 20
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25 Mar 20 · Subscribers of Montgomery Emergency Management Agency in General
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Hand Sanitizer
Training and Exercise Coordinator Mark Barrett from Montgomery Emergency Management Agency · 23 Mar 20
If you and your family are home bound during the Corona Virus and have bottles of Hand Sanitizer consider leaving one with your garbage can when you place your garbage can out by the road. Place the hand sanitizer in a bag and tie it to the handle. We surely want to support our Sanitation Workers as they continue to provide services to our community. You can also drop it off at the Saturday Drop off locations.
23 Mar 20 · Subscribers of Montgomery Emergency Management Agency in General
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MGMSAFE
Training and Exercise Coordinator Mark Barrett from Montgomery Emergency Management Agency · 23 Mar 20
Text MGMSAFE to 888777 to receive Up-To-Date COVID-19 Information
23 Mar 20 · Subscribers of Montgomery Emergency Management Agency in General
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