COX CREEK WATER ADVISORY
Due to this sewage spill, the area of Cox Creek In Queen Anne's County conditionally approved for shellfish harvesting will be closed to harvesting for three weeks to safeguard public health.
http://bit.ly/mdecoxcreekqa
An advisory against any water activity such as but not limited to swimming, fishing, paddle boarding, wading, etc., for humans and pets is in effect for the next 48 hours.
During some soil boring analysis in Cox Creek on the east side of the old RT.18 bridge in Stevensville, Queen Anne’s County, a 24 inch main sewer line was hit and raw sewage is being discharged into Cox Creek. The County has to cut off 2 pump stations until that is done. Updates will be posted.
Queen Anne's County health officials and emergency personnel are encouraging all residents of Queen Anne's County to recognize the potential health hazards associated with the illicit use of opioids and other drugs of abuse. Citizens need to be aware of the deadly risks of using or misusing all substances including prescribed medications.
In the event of a medical emergency, do not hesitate to contact 911.
August Hot Topic - Tetanus
It is always important to clean and bandage cuts, puncture wounds or breaks in your skin and seek medical attention if:
You have a wound that is deep and/or contains dirt or a foreign object,
You have not been fully vaccinated against tetanus,
You are not sure when your last tetanus vaccination was,
You are not sure if you have ever had a tetanus vaccination.
Follow these links for information regarding Tetanus Vaccines:
https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/hcp/vis/vis-statements/tdap.html
https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/hcp/vis/vis-statements/td.html
For more information contact the QAC Department of Health at 410-758-0720
If you, a family member, friend, or co-worker needs help due to their substance use, please contact the Eastern Shore Crisis Hotline @ 1-888-407-8018. Please understand that asking for help is the first step in solving a drug abuse or addiction problem.
Queen Anne's County Department of Health
410-758-0720
Queen Anne's County Department of Emergency Services
410-758-4500
Queen Anne's County Drug Task Force
410-758-TIPS (8477)
Office of the Sheriff for Queen Anne's County
410-758-0770
Maryland State Police, Barrack 'S' Centreville
410-758-1101
Centreville Police Department
410-758-0080
Queen Anne's County State's Attorney's Office
410-758-2264