The Douglas Shire Council is urging everyone to remain calm in the face of the COVID-19 virus outbreak and is assuring residents that Council is prepared for any potential impacts.
Queensland Health has confirmed there have been no cases of the virus detected in the Douglas Shire to date.
Council has said it is taking a precautionary approach and following advice from the lead agency, Queensland Health.
Council’s Chief Executive Officer, Mark Stoermer, said senior management would continue to meet regularly to minimise the impact on the community.
“The key here is to remain calm and practice good hygiene,” he said.
“Our management team has plans in place to ensure the continued supply of critical services such as water, wastewater and waste collection and disposal.
“Over the next few weeks, some staff will be trialling working from home and practicing other social distancing behaviours to prepare for any outbreak.
