It is the first day of 2016 and a number of Chatham-Kent services are closed or reduced today.
Emergency departments at both Chatham and Wallaceburg hospitals are open but most out-patient services are not.
Hemodialysis Care is closed today but re-opens Sunday to accommodate patient needs.
Most stores including liquor and beer outlets are closed.
The municipality is on an emergency basis only with offices, swimming pools and most recreational facilities museums and libraries closed.
Garbage collection is pushed back. And while Family and Social Services departments are closed the homeless line is being monitored.
For a list of municipal closures and services click here.
