Public Health
Brunswick County in State of Emergency due to water situation; repair work planned for this weekend
BOLIVIA — Brunswick County is under a State of Emergency and water conservation measures are imperative for all public water users after attempts at a temporary fix to a broken water main did not work. Crews worked until 1 a.m. this morning, but the attempted band sleeve, which would have been a temporary repair to…
Read MoreMandatory water conservation measures in place in Brunswick County
BOLIVIA — Residents in all areas of Brunswick County are required to take steps to decrease water usage, effective immediately, following damage to a water line. The raw water main owned by the Lower Cape Fear Water and Sewer Authority that carries raw water from the Kings Bluff Raw Water Pump Station to the County-owned…
Read MorePrivate Drinking Water Well Testing
BOLIVIA, N.C. — Brunswick County residents whose private drinking water well flooded during the heavy rains of Hurricane Matthew can get their drinking water tested. When submerged by flood waters, wells can become contaminated by bacteria which makes the water unsafe to drink. These wells should be flushed, thoroughly disinfected, flushed again and tested for…
Read MoreBrunswick County’s Northwest Water Treatment Plant recognized
BOLIVIA, N.C. — Brunswick County’s Northwest Water Treatment Plant was one of 56 water treatment plants in North Carolina recognized by the state for maintaining a high level of water treatment. The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality presents the N.C. Area Wide Optimization Award yearly to water facilities that surpass federal and state drinking…
Read MoreBrunswick County to hold annual Health Fair and Water Fun Run June 18
BOLIVIA, N.C. — Brunswick County Health Services will host its annual health fair on June 18. New to the fair this year will be a Water Fun Run which will include stations throughout the government complex where participants will be sprayed with water. This event will be free and open to the community. Registration for…
Read MoreInformation on Flooding of Homes or Roads
Flooding on Streets Roads in North Carolina are either owned and maintained by the State, owned and maintained by a municipality, or privately-owned and maintained. Counties do not maintain roads in North Carolina. If you have concerns about the conditions of a State-owned road, including drainage in the right-of-way, contact the North Carolina Department of…
Read MorePrivate Drinking Water Well Testing
BOLIVIA, N.C. — Brunswick County residents whose private drinking water wells flooded during the heavy rains over the last several weeks can get their drinking water tested. When submerged by flood waters, wells can become contaminated by bacteria which makes the water unsafe to drink. These wells should be flushed, thoroughly disinfected, flushed again and…
Read MorePrescription Procedures Modified in State of Emergency
RALEIGH — Because of the state’s declaration of a state of emergency for all of North Carolina on Oct. 1, 2015, due to potential life-threatening flooding, Insurance Commissioner Wayne Goodwin has issued a bulletin to insurance companies regarding prescription medicines. Under the authority of NCGS 58-3-228, Goodwin has advised all insurance companies, State Teachers and…
Read MorePlease Complete the Brunswick County Community Health Assessment Survey
Brunswick County Health Services and community partner organizations are working on Brunswick County’s Community Health Assessment for 2015. Citizens are asked to complete a survey and provide input to help Brunswick County Health Services create action plans that are based on the county’s needs. Citizens are encouraged to click here and complete the survey. Once…
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