ESCANABA — Delta County and Public Health Delta & Menominee (PHDM) counties — in coordination with a variety of frontline workers, first responders, and other essential employees — is asking the community to support community to slow the spread of COVID-19 locally. They have produced a public service announcement to help spread the message.

“We recognize the fatigue this pandemic has brought about, but the strains on systems and resources also remain very real,” said Delta County Administrator Emily DeSalvo. “We also know that our area always rises to the occasion when the going gets tough and want to help encourage everyone to come together to flatten the curve.”

A 30 second public service announcement issued by the county and PHDM includes photos from a variety of individuals and organizations who are masking up every day and following the best preventive measures in an effort to continue to operate in the safest manner possible.

“The hope is that our communities will see their friends and neighbors in this spot and push beyond fatigue to continue to wear a mask, wash their hands, watch their distance, limit gatherings and avoid crowds, to help reduce the spread of COVID-19 in Delta County,” stated, Mike Snyder, Health Officer, Public Health Delta & Menominee Counties.

“Not only were we proud to participate in this initiative, but appreciative,” said Dave Lord, president, OSF HealthCare St. Francis Hospital & Medical Group. “While we are deeply committed to providing the best care and treatment to all, the strains of this most recent surge on our staff and system are real. We need the continued support and efforts of everyone in our county to help stop the spread of COVID-19 and decrease the burden on our local and regional health care systems.”

The Team UP, Mask UP signs featured in the PSA are available for purchase for $15. Individuals and businesses are welcome and encouraged to purchase and display in continued support and solidarity. Call Meiers Signs at (906) 786-3424 to order.

To view the PSA, visit:

https://deltacountymi.org/team-up-mask-up-delta-county/

Anyone in the community is encouraged to use the hashtag #teamupmaskupDelta with a sign and photos on social media as well.