Spend some time making a home emergency plan using our NEW
#EmergencyReady
plan 📰
A plan says how you & your loved ones will respond to an emergency ✔️
Knowing what to do & where to go will help keep you safe.
Regular maintenance and cleaning of the corners and crevices around your home will remove flammable debris such as pine needles, dry leaves, and branches, increasing the resilience of your property.
For more FireSmart tips, visit:
THANK YOU to all who attended our Emergency Preparedness Week webinar yesterday 💻📱
We had over 150 engaged attendees – the response was truly amazing!
Stay tuned for other exciting webinars!
Get prepared:
Sign up is now open for your Great BC ShakeOut earthquake drill on Oct 17 2024 at 10:17a.m.!
A simplified process is now available from . By signing up, you will receive updated resource materials and details of coming events.
What to expect if you are evacuated to a reception centre:
Expect long lines, many people will need help.
Please be patient, come prepared with the info ESS responders will need.
BC Services Card App:
Pre-register for ESS at:
Our Emergency Preparedness Week theme is using technology before, during & after emergencies 📱💻
We just launched a tool that makes it easier to complete a home emergency plan. Use our online
#EmergencyReady
Plan & in about 30 mins you’ll be done.
Big thanks to our partners & sponsors for supporting the Preparedness Tour around
#TsunamiPreparednessWeek
!
With your help, we reached approximately 655 people during out stops in Victoria, Port Alberni, Tofino, Ucluelet, Ehattesaht, & Delta🌊🚨
Our Emergency Preparedness Week theme is using technology before, during & after emergencies 📱💻
We just launched a tool that makes it easier to complete a home emergency plan. Use our online
#EmergencyReady
Plan & in about 30 mins you’ll be done.
Our Emergency Preparedness Week webinar is happening today at 5:30PM (PDT)!
It’s not too late to register. Join us for a chance to win a 4-person emergency kit & learn how to prepare for emergencies.
Register here: 👈
#EPWeek2024
This Emergency Preparedness Week we’re introducing some new tech resources, including our blog 💻📱
Learn how you & your community can adapt to increasing climate challenges & explore stories covering all four pillars of emergency management:
#EPWeek2024
This Emergency Preparedness Week we’re introducing some new tech resources, including our blog 💻📱
Learn how you & your community can adapt to increasing climate challenges & explore stories covering all four pillars of emergency management:
#EPWeek2024
At 10:55 AM (PDT) TODAY, the Emergency Alert system will be tested.
During today’s test, you will hear an alert tone & receive a message on radio, TV & compatible cell phones.
Learn more about emergency alerts and what to do if you receive one:
It’s Emergency Preparedness Week!
Our theme is "using technology before, during & after emergencies." 📱💻
Here is a preparedness “tech tip”:
Include tech essentials like batteries, radio, flashlight in your emergency kit & grab-&-go bag.
#EPWeek2024
PUBLIC EMERGENCY ALERT TEST TOMORROW. On May 8 at 10:55 a.m. PDT, Public Safety Canada (
@Safety_Canada
) will issue a test of the Public Emergency Alert system. An Emergency Alert tone & test message will be sent to cell phones, radio & TV. Learn what to do when you receive an…
The Emergency Alert system test will be happening TOMORROW, Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 10:55 AM (PDT).
Do you know how and when emergency alerts are broadcast to compatible cell phones, TV and radio during emergencies?
Learn more:
It's Emergency Preparedness Week! Discover some of the ways FNESS uses technology to help First Nation communities prepare for emergencies. And learn what you can do to be more prepared too!
#EPWeek2024
#ReadyforAnything
While you've aced your personal preparedness and earthquake drills, let's not forget the power of community resilience 💪 Have you reached out to your neighbours to discuss collaborative emergency plans?
#EPW2024
Check out this
@PreparedBC
guide for tips:
🔔It's Emergency Preparedness Week!
It's a good reminder to prepare for hazards such as flooding, drought, wildfire & extreme weather. Know your risks to potential hazards & take steps to reduce impacts.
🔗
#EPWeek2024
#CentralOkanagan
#readyforanything