Swine Flu Hits Three in Maine

Wednesday Maine has confirmed 3 cases of swine flu:

Three adults in Maine have tested positive for swine flu, state officials confirmed on Wednesday. Two of the victims live in Kennebec County, and the third lives in York County.

In addition, state officials announced Wednesday night the closure of Kennebunk Elementary School and the Crayon Academy day care center in Arundel because two children have exhibited symptoms of the swine flu. Both facilities are in York County.

“This is a serious situation,” said Gov. John Baldacci in declaring a civil emergency late Wednesday. “We are taking these precautions to slow the spread of the flu and to make sure Maine can respond quickly and efficiently.”

In a press release issued just before 8 p.m. Wednesday, the governor’s office indicated the declaration of a civil emergency would “allow the state to better respond to the emerging threat posed by H1N1 flu.”

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