Preparing for an emergency is something all residents should do. By taking a few simple steps today, you can become better prepared to face a range of emergencies and look after your family anytime and anywhere. Remember, emergencies can happen at any time day or night and in any season.
If an emergency happens in your community, it may take emergency response workers some time to get to you. You should be prepared to take care of yourself and your family for a minimum of 72 hours. By taking a few simple steps today, you can become better prepared to face a range of emergencies and help your loved ones.
Know the Risks |
Knowing what to plan for and expect is key in an emergency. Across Canada, we face a number of hazards, such as earthquakes in British Columbia, blizzards in Nunavut and tornadoes in Ontario. In addition to natural disasters, there are other types of risks, such as power outages and industrial or transportation accidents. Find out the risks that are most likely to occur in your community by visiting the 'Know the risks' section of the GetPrepared.ca website. |
Make a Plan |
Every household needs an emergency plan. It will help you and your family know what to do in case of an emergency. Your family may not be together when an emergency occurs. Plan how to meet or how to contact one another, and discuss what you would do in different situations. It only takes 20 minutes to complete a personalized plan online. You can then print it out. Most of this information can be filled out on your own. To complete your emergency plan online, visit the 'Make an emergency plan' page found on the GetPrepared.ca website. To fill out your home emergency plan, you will need to think about the following:
Keep this document in an easy-to-find, easy-to-remember place (for example, with your emergency kit). Photocopy your plan and keep it in your car and/or at work. |
Get an Emergency Kit |
In an emergency, you will need some basic supplies. You may need to get by without power or tap water. Be prepared to be self-sufficient for at least 72 hours. Make sure your kit is easy to carry and everyone in the household knows where it is. Keep it in a backpack, duffle bag or suitcase with wheels, in an easy-to-reach, accessible place, such as your front-hall closet. Basic Emergency Kit
Recommended Additional Items
Check your kit once a year to ensure contents are up to date. Re-stock as needed. For more information, visit the GetPrepared.ca website. |
Nuclear preparedness
If you live, work, or go to school within 10 kilometres of the Darlington Nuclear Generating Station, you should be prepared in the unlikely event of a nuclear emergency. In Clarington, the Regional Municipality of Durham is responsible for testing the public alerting system, which consists of outdoor sirens and automated mass telephone notification.
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