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Personal Preparedness
Emergencies can occur at any time. Being prepared is the best strategy for you and your family. Would you be able to be self sufficient for a minimum of 72 hours while emergency workers care for critically injured individuals?
It is best practice to be prepared to be self sufficient for at least 72 hours. Also, planning for reunification with your family and loved ones will quickly provide piece of mind to begin focusing on recovery.
The following information is intended to help you prepare yourself and your family for handling an emergency. By taking a few simples steps , you can become better prepared to face a range of emergencies at anytime.
Know Your Risks and Make a Plan
The Provincial Emergency Preparedness program has compiled information to assist in preparing yourself and your family for an emergency. Public Safety Canada's Get Prepared brochure has useful information for helping you and your family become self sufficient for 72hrs.
Personal Preparedness Kit (Suggestion for 72hrs):
Water - 4L/person/day, don't forget the bowl for the pet
Water purification tablets or bleach
72hrs of non-perishable food per person, including pets
Manual can opener
Crank flashlight (if using battery operated, extra batteries)
Crank radio (if using battery operated, extra batteries)
Consider solar recharger
Extra keys
First aid kit & prescription medication
Cash - small bills and coin
Special needs items - diapers, formula, cane, wheelchair, oxygen tank, other medical supplies
Matches
Changes of clothing
Sturdy footwear
Jacket and raincoat
Tool kit
Rope
Tarps
Camping gear
Toiletries & toilet paper
Bucket
Plasticize for storage
Utensils
Liquid soap for cleaning
Lysol wipes and hand sanitizer
Towels
Duct tape
Garbage bags
Plastic sheeting
Scissors
Pocket knife
Whistle
Important documents
Collapsible shovel C
Consider a walkie-talkie set
Area maps
Vehicle emergency kit
Family Emergency Plan
Emergency contact list
Store in easily portable containers, e.g. backpacks, luggage on wheels, totes, hockey bags, near exit doors or in your garage for quick access.
Consider a similar kit for your vehicle
* After an earthquake it would not be unrealistic to have to completely fend for yourself for up to four weeks
* Several retailers and NGOs offer pre-made 72hr kits for sale in BC
Personal Preparedness
Emergencies can occur at any time. Being prepared is the best strategy for you and your family. Would you be able to be self sufficient for a minimum of 72 hours while emergency workers care for critically injured individuals?
It is best practice to be prepared to be self sufficient for at least 72 hours. Also, planning for reunification with your family and loved ones will quickly provide piece of mind to begin focusing on recovery.
The following information is intended to help you prepare yourself and your family for handling an emergency. By taking a few simples steps , you can become better prepared to face a range of emergencies at anytime.
Know Your Risks and Make a Plan
The Provincial Emergency Preparedness program has compiled information to assist in preparing yourself and your family for an emergency. Public Safety Canada's Get Prepared brochure has useful information for helping you and your family become self sufficient for 72hrs.
Personal Preparedness Kit (Suggestion for 72hrs):
Water - 4L/person/day, don't forget the bowl for the pet
Water purification tablets or bleach
72hrs of non-perishable food per person, including pets
Manual can opener
Crank flashlight (if using battery operated, extra batteries)
Crank radio (if using battery operated, extra batteries)
Consider solar recharger
Extra keys
First aid kit & prescription medication
Cash - small bills and coin
Special needs items - diapers, formula, cane, wheelchair, oxygen tank, other medical supplies
Matches
Changes of clothing
Sturdy footwear
Jacket and raincoat
Tool kit
Rope
Tarps
Camping gear
Toiletries & toilet paper
Bucket
Plasticize for storage
Utensils
Liquid soap for cleaning
Lysol wipes and hand sanitizer
Towels
Duct tape
Garbage bags
Plastic sheeting
Scissors
Pocket knife
Whistle
Important documents
Collapsible shovel C
Consider a walkie-talkie set
Area maps
Vehicle emergency kit
Family Emergency Plan
Emergency contact list
Store in easily portable containers, e.g. backpacks, luggage on wheels, totes, hockey bags, near exit doors or in your garage for quick access.
Consider a similar kit for your vehicle
* After an earthquake it would not be unrealistic to have to completely fend for yourself for up to four weeks
* Several retailers and NGOs offer pre-made 72hr kits for sale in BC
Personal Preparedness
Emergencies can occur at any time. Being prepared is the best strategy for you and your family. Would you be able to be self sufficient for a minimum of 72 hours while emergency workers care for critically injured individuals?
It is best practice to be prepared to be self sufficient for at least 72 hours. Also, planning for reunification with your family and loved ones will quickly provide piece of mind to begin focusing on recovery.
The following information is intended to help you prepare yourself and your family for handling an emergency. By taking a few simples steps , you can become better prepared to face a range of emergencies at anytime.
Know Your Risks and Make a Plan
The Provincial Emergency Preparedness program has compiled information to assist in preparing yourself and your family for an emergency. Public Safety Canada's Get Prepared brochure has useful information for helping you and your family become self sufficient for 72hrs.
Personal Preparedness Kit (Suggestion for 72hrs):
Water - 4L/person/day, don't forget the bowl for the pet
Water purification tablets or bleach
72hrs of non-perishable food per person, including pets
Manual can opener
Crank flashlight (if using battery operated, extra batteries)
Crank radio (if using battery operated, extra batteries)
Consider solar recharger
Extra keys
First aid kit & prescription medication
Cash - small bills and coin
Special needs items - diapers, formula, cane, wheelchair, oxygen tank, other medical supplies
Matches
Changes of clothing
Sturdy footwear
Jacket and raincoat
Tool kit
Rope
Tarps
Camping gear
Toiletries & toilet paper
Bucket
Plasticize for storage
Utensils
Liquid soap for cleaning
Lysol wipes and hand sanitizer
Towels
Duct tape
Garbage bags
Plastic sheeting
Scissors
Pocket knife
Whistle
Important documents
Collapsible shovel C
Consider a walkie-talkie set
Area maps
Vehicle emergency kit
Family Emergency Plan
Emergency contact list
Store in easily portable containers, e.g. backpacks, luggage on wheels, totes, hockey bags, near exit doors or in your garage for quick access.
Consider a similar kit for your vehicle
* After an earthquake it would not be unrealistic to have to completely fend for yourself for up to four weeks
* Several retailers and NGOs offer pre-made 72hr kits for sale in BC
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