Personal Preparedness

72 hrs....Are You Prepared?...Prepare Now

Your best protection in any emergency/disaster is knowing what to do.  To prepare yourself and your loved ones before an emergency happens, read the following information.  It has been compiled from a variety of different sources.

Emergency Preparedness Video

During an emergency you can call (705) 876-4636 for information and updates on the situation.

• View this short informative video from Emergency Management Ontario on Emergency Survival Kits.
• Be Prepared.  Read through the accompanying documentation to prepare yourself for the possibility of an emergency.
  • Be Prepared for an Emergency or Disaster in Your Community.
  • Have a Disaster Plan for your family, a plan for your pets and a plan for your livestock.  This should include a home escape plan.
  • Children and Emergencies
  • Seniors and Emergencies
  • Safeguard your home
  • In the event of an emergency, persons in the threatened area may be instructed to "Evacuate" or "Shelter in Place".
  • Be sure you have an emergency food supply, keeping in mind nutrition and storage.
  • Keep and maintain a working Emergency Survival Kit.  Here you will find a list of a variety of items everyone should have available for an emergency, along with a printable phone directory of important phone numbers.  Don't forget about a Survival Kit for the car.
  • Important advice to safeguard yourself in the event of a flood.
  • If you or someone in your care have a disability or special needs, there are additional concerns that need to be addressed.
• After an emergency, follow these necessary steps to ensure the safety of your family.
• Not sure how you would cope with a disaster?  Take a few minutes and fill out this quick survey and then read the accompanying information and advice to deal with an emergency.

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Revised:2012-05-15| Revised by: The City of Peterborough