These are challenging times that will test the resolve of our community, our health care systems, and our first responders.

We are adapting to this new reality and dealing with information as it is changing hour by hour. Please know that our first responders are focused on continuing to provide you with the best care regardless of the challenges that lie ahead of us.

The CMFD reminds and encourages everyone to wash your hands FREQUENTLY with soap and water and/or an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. Additionally, anyone with a cough or fever should not be out in public and should consult a health care professional.

As always, members of the Center Moriches Fire Department stand ready to answer your 9-1-1 any time of the day or night.

We encourage all of you to stay proactive and aware of the most current information from your local health officials and follow CDC recommendations.

For more, please visit the following websites.

https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/communicable/coronavirus/

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html