HARTFORD, Ky. — Ohio County Judge-Executive David Johnston issued an executive order this morning declaring a state of emergency for Ohio County due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Johnston issued a statement along with the State of Emergency declaration.
“We are taking precautions in response to the COVID-19 threat. Elected officials and Emergency Management have been in contact with Federal and state agencies regarding actions that should be taken.
We will continue to follow CDC guidelines along with the presidents and Governor’s recommendations and orders to help stop the spread of the virus.
All Ohio County Government offices are closed to in-person services until further notice.
lf you need to contact any of us you can call. our numbers will be posted on our building doors and can be found at www.ohiocounty.ky.gov.
For information on COVID-19 go to kycovidlg.ky.gov or call 800-722-5725. We are committed to continue to provide the services you have charged us with.
With all this in mind, I am signing a Declaration of State of Emergency for Ohio County.
David Johnston”
The State of Emergency will be in effect until Johnston issues another executive order terminating the order.
To view a PDF copy of Johnston’s letter and state of emergency declaration, click here.