Flu and Norovirus Outbreak Forces Two-Day Closure of Polk County Schools for Deep Cleaning, a resident listed in public arrest records, was taken into custody on April 2, 2025, in Featured County, Georgia. According to the official booking report, the arrest was made by local authorities and the subject was charged with the following offense(s): unspecified charges. This incident was officially recorded and made publicly available by law enforcement agencies in the state of Georgia. The details provided reflect the arrest information at the time of booking and do not indicate guilt or conviction. All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
POLK COUNTY, Ga. – The Polk County School District temporarily closed all schools and facilities for two days following a surge in flu and norovirus cases among faculty, staff, and students. According to district officials, 63 employees and 761 students fell ill, prompting the need for a thorough deep cleaning.
“This decision is not made lightly, and as always, we will continue to prioritize the health and safety of our students, staff, and community,” the district stated. “Extra-curricular activities and after-school events will not be affected.”
Officials explained that the closures were necessary due to illness affecting “10% or more of our student population at each school and a shortage of essential staff needed for effective operations.” Schools remained closed on Friday and Monday, resuming normal operations on Tuesday.
Dr. Lauren Middlebrooks of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta emphasized the highly contagious nature of norovirus, noting an increase in cases compared to the past four to five years. The virus spreads through contamination or ingestion, with symptoms including abdominal pain, cramping, diarrhea, fever, nausea, and vomiting.
Dr. Middlebrooks highlighted the resilience of norovirus, warning that hand sanitizer alone is ineffective against it. Instead, she urged individuals to wash their hands with soap and water for at least 25 seconds.
Parents and guardians are advised to keep symptomatic children home. “If you can keep your child home for 24 hours after diarrhea stops, that would be the safest bet,” Dr. Middlebrooks said. “At a minimum, please keep them home while they’re actively experiencing symptoms.” Symptoms can persist for 24-72 hours, with some lasting up to two weeks.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that this flu season has resulted in 16 million cases, 190,000 hospital visits, and 8,300 deaths. Additionally, appr
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