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(KNZA)--A local public health emergency has been declared in Doniphan County due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
During a special meeting Wednesday morning, the Doniphan County Commission approved a resolution making the declaration.
On hand were Emergency Management Coordinator Julie Meng, Health Department/Home Health Administrator Sheryl Pierce and Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coordinator Kay Smith.
The resolution is effective immediately and will remain in effect for 60 days, unless terminated earlier.
There have been no confirmed cases of the new coronavirus in Doniphan County.
Meanwhile, the Doniphan County Commission plans to hold another special meeting Friday morning at 10:00 with county department heads to discuss future public safety actions due to the coronavirus pandemic.
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