Huron County is thanking first responders and essential workers for their “above and beyond efforts” during the Christmas blizzard.
“I cannot thank our essential workers enough,” said Huron County Warden Glen McNeil in a statement released Thursday. “These dedicated professionals worked tirelessly throughout the storm to ensure that our roads were cleared, emergency services remained available, and our vulnerable citizens were cared for. Thank you for everything you’ve done and continue to do.”
That includes public works who worked throughout the storm to ensure roads were clear and emergency services remained available; paramedics who continued to provide emergency services to residents; and the staff at Huronview and Huronlea long-term care homes who worked extended hours to ensure residents got the care they needed.
The County also thanked the Out of the Cold Emergency Shelter for extending its hours; police, fire, and medical professionals for responding to the crisis; and all the volunteers and family members who checked on vulnerable residents and supported essential workers through the storm.
“The type of dedication and fast action required to address a storm of this significance is commendable on any day,” continued McNeil “But this was not just any day. The contributions made over the Christmas weekend meant that many individuals had to sacrifice precious time spent with family and loved ones. Thank you again to everyone involved for your above and beyond effort.”
