Emergency Preparedness Week, May 7-13, 2023, is a national event held every May that encourages Canadians to take action to prepare for and protect themselves and their families from emergencies.
This year, as part of Emergency Preparedness Week, the City of Quinte West has launched its updated Emergency Preparedness Guide. The new guide contains:
- Steps you can take during different emergencies, such as weather events and power outages.
- Checklists of the supplies you need to build your emergency kits.
- A template to create your home escape plan.
- Contact information for local and national resources.
“We are excited to mark Emergency Preparedness Week with this helpful resource for our community,” says Quinte West Mayor Jim Harrison. “We urge residents to read the updated guide, make a plan and create their emergency kits. These simple steps can make a big difference when an emergency hits.”
“There’s no better time than Emergency Preparedness Week to start the conversation and begin planning for emergency situations,” says Quinte West Fire Chief John Whelan. “Emergency preparedness starts with you. Emergencies such as floods, storms and fires can be stressful, but planning ahead is key to keeping you and your loved ones safe.”
The City of Quinte West encourages residents to take the following steps this Emergency Preparedness Week:
- Create a kit with everything you will need for 72 hours.
- Make a home escape plan and choose a common place to meet if you must leave your home.
- Prepare for the needs of everyone in your home, such as seniors and pets.
Find more information about emergency preparedness, including the City of Quinte West’s Community Emergency Response Plan and Emergency Preparedness Guide, at quintewest.ca/BePrepared.