A Message from Mayor Stimpson - August 24
Aug 24th, 2020
Good evening,
It is 8 p.m. on Monday, August 24 and I am writing to give you an update from the City of Mobile.
As of tonight, the Mobile County Health Department reports 11,734 COVID-19 positive cases, an increase of 27 patients from the last report. To review the daily report click here.
We continue to see a downward trend in positive cases. This is very encouraging. Notably, the average weekly COVID-positive patient hospital admissions decreased for the third week in a row. We are gaining ground on a positive outcome, but we must continue our preventive strategies including the use of face coverings, social distancing and good hygiene.
Named storms Laura and Marco have turned and headed west to our relief; however, our neighboring states will not be so lucky. I urge you to keep your guards up! It is hurricane season on the Gulf Coast and we are expecting to have an active season this year. It was once said, "Hurricane season brings a humbling reminder that, despite our technologies, most of nature remains unpredictable."
The following are some things you can do to prepare for the storms this season:
Prepare your home.
- Cover windows with storm shutters or plywood.
- Store outside items, such as lawn furniture and trash cans, to prevent them from becoming projectiles.
Tune into your local radio, NOAA radio or news channel for the latest updates. Obey evacuation orders from local officials.
- Check your emergency kit and replace any missing items.
- Prepare to evacuate quickly and know your routes and destinations.
- Fill your car's gas tank, in case an evacuation notice is issued.
- Never ride out a severe storm in a mobile home, even if it's in a non-evacuation zone.
Don't forget your pets.
- Bring them indoors and keep a close eye on them.
- Prepare an emergency kit for your pets with leashes and carriers, food, water, bowls, cat litter and box, and photos of you with your pet in case you are separated.
Stay indoors; avoid beaches, riverbanks and floodwaters.
- Stay alert for extended rainfall and subsequent flooding. Don't walk, swim or drive through floodwaters.
- If the power is out, use a flashlight. Don't use candles or any open flame for lighting
In closing, Psalms 46:1-5 reminds us that "God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble." When combined with Psalm 118:8 - "It is better to trust in the Lord than to put confidence in man" - we have reason to be hopeful during these uncertain times.
Good Night and God Bless!