Shannon County Health Center

02/01/2026

01/31/2026

If you're outside shoveling or sledding, layer up and watch out for frostbite!

Severe signs, like numbness, blistering or blackening skin, mean you need to call 911 right away. Otherwise, you can treat frostbite at home by:

- Removing any wet clothing or jewelry from the affected area.
- Rewarming the area by immersing it in warm water until normal color and warmth return.
- Avoiding breaking any blisters.
- Loosely bandaging the area with a dry, sterile bandage.

01/30/2026

🚰 Boil Water Order Information 🚰

The Boil Water Order notification is issued to us by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources (MO DNR). The notification we receive includes the affected location, start date, and reason for the order.

At this time, we have only been notified of the area listed in the official notice. If additional areas are affected, we have not received notification.

We will continue to share updates as we receive them.

01/28/2026

Clearing your car of snow and ice is more than just scraping a little hole to see — let's do it right! ⤵️
*Snow removal laws vary by state

01/27/2026

📢 Office Update

We are open today, but operating with limited staff.

Our WIC staff and Nurse are out today, so appointments for these services will be rescheduled.

We appreciate your patience and understanding and will assist with other needs as best we can. Thank you!

01/25/2026

🚨 Office Closure Notice 🚨
Due to hazardous road conditions, the Health Department will be closed Monday, January 26th to ensure the safety of our employees and the public. We plan to reopen Tuesday, January 27th.

We appreciate your understanding and encourage everyone to stay safe and avoid unnecessary travel.

01/25/2026

1/24 - 7:00 p.m.
Roads statewide remain covered or partially covered, and more snow is expected—especially along the I-44 corridor. Avoid travel if possible, and use extreme caution if you must go out. MoDOT crews are working around the clock, so please give them room to do their jobs safely. Check the Traveler Information Map for the latest conditions: traveler.modot.org ❄️

01/24/2026

Route 19 is closed south of Winona according to MODOT. Any local info?

01/24/2026

A Winter Storm Warning begins tonight and lasts through Sunday evening. Total snowfall accumulations between 6-14 inches can be expected. Impacts to roads will occur. Use extreme caution if you have to travel.

01/23/2026

📢 Important Food Safety Guidance for Food Service Establishments — Power Outages & Boil Water Orders 📢

Attention food service operators — during emergencies like power outages or boil water orders, it’s essential to follow health and safety guidelines to protect your customers and staff. Below are key points based on guidance from the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) and related public health resources:

🔥 During a Power Outage:
• Without power, refrigerators and freezers can’t maintain safe temperatures. Keep doors closed as much as possible to help maintain cold food temperatures.
• Perishable foods (meats, dairy, eggs, prepared foods) above 45°F for more than 2–4 hours are at risk and should be discarded to avoid foodborne illness.
• Use appliance thermometers when the power returns to check if food has been kept at safe temperatures before deciding to keep or discard items.
• Always when in doubt, throw it out — tasting food to check safety is not reliable.

🚰 During a Boil Water Order/Advisory:
The Missouri DHSS guidance for food establishments under a boil water order includes:

✔️ Stop operations if safe potable water can’t be provided.
✔️ Or secure an approved alternate water supply (bottled water or water boiled vigorously for at least 3 minutes) for:
• Drinking & cooking
• Handwashing (followed by approved sanitizers)
• Food prep & cleaning food contact surfaces

❗ Specific steps during a boil water order:
• Use only pre-washed produce or wash produce with safe water.
• Discontinue use of ice made from tap water; discard old ice and use ice from approved sources.
• Turn off and sanitize beverage dispensers before returning to service.
• Clean and sanitize utensils/food contact equipment with approved methods, or use single-service items.

📌 After Boil Water Orders are Lifted:
• Flush and sanitize water lines, fixtures, appliances, and ice machines before regular operations resume.

Your cooperation helps keep everyone safe! For questions or more information, contact your local health department or check Missouri DHSS resources.

Stay safe and prepared! 👩‍🍳👨‍🍳💧