Welcome to the City of Bethlehem Public Health Preparedness. We will share events, tips, and alerts that impact you locally. Please follow and share our posts😀
Strong storm with very heavy rain will begin soon in Bethlehem. Flash flood warnings likely. Use caution and do not drive through flooded roadways. #severeweather#flashflood@NorthamptonEM
Teach everyone in your family the following phrases to stay safe from #lightning this summer.
"When thunder roars...go indoors!"
"See a flash, dash inside!"
#WeatherReady
Severe Thunderstorm Storm will be issued for our area shortly. It will have strong winds, dangerous lightning, and very heavy rain. #severeweather#severe
Do not inject, inhale or ingest disinfectant sprays or any household cleaners—it's dangerous + may cause serious harm or death. Use cleaning products only as directed on the label.
If you have questions or suspect poisoning, call the Poison Helpline: 1-800-222-1222
**Snow squall warning**
Use extremem caution if driving caught in a squall. Road conditions deteriorate quickly and white out conditions are likely.
@WRNAmbassadors#snow#squall
It’s not too late to get your flu vaccine.
Flu activity has increased through PA. There have been over 17,000 lab confirmed cases and 9 flu associated deaths.
If you are a City of Bethlehem resident, you may receive a FREE flu vaccine Mondays and Fridays 1-3pm @BethlehemHealth.
Start the new #decade with a healthier YOU:
💉 get a flu shot
👏 wash hands
🏃 get 150 min exercise/week
🍓 eat more fruits + veggies
🚭 quit smoking
💤 get 7 hours sleep daily
☀️ wear sunscreen + bug repellent
⚕️ get a checkup
🍷 avoid excessive alcohol #2020goals
Finalizing those New Year’s Eve plans? Remember these tips for a safe and fun celebration ringing in 2020! 🎉
🚗 Be a cautious driver
🥤 If you choose to drink, do so responsibly
👨🍳 Handle food safely
📱 Plan for crowds
#NYE#NewYears#ReadyPA
A cold and flu can have similar symptoms but can lead to very different outcomes. Colds, unlike the flu usually do not result in serious health problems, hospitalizations and death. Learn the difference and protect yourself by getting the flu shot. #fightflu@BethlehemHealth
Flu #'s as of 11/23/19 (confirmed cases only)
Lehigh County: 72
Northampton County: 88
You can take these three actions to fight the flu:
One, get vaccinated.
Two, help stop the spread of flu viruses. Three, take antiviral drugs if your doctor prescribes them.
@BethlehemHealth
A winter storm warning has been issued for our area. Major changes are forecast to occur which shifted the snow farther south to now include higher amounts. Please use caution this evening and tomorrow. Be sure to have supplies in your home and car.
#PAwx@BethlehemHealth