"Is your Family Prepared?"

If you or your family are caught in an emergency or disaster, are you prepared? Do you have a 72-hour kit? An emergency plan?

The Emergency Preparedness Week Campaign Kit - 2011 -CLICK PICTURE FOR LIST 

Emergencies and disasters can happen anywhere, at any time. One of the best things you can do to protect yourself and your family is to be prepared:

By taking a few simple steps, you can become better prepared to face a range of emergencies – anytime, anywhere. It is important to:

• Know the risks – Although the consequences of disasters can be similar, knowing the risks specific to our community and our region can help you better prepare.
•  Make a plan – It will help you and your family know what to do.
•  Get an emergency kit – During an emergency, we will all need some basic supplies. We may need to get by without power or tap water. Be prepared to be self-sufficient for at least 72 hours in an emergency.
   
  Photos of some emergency events in Alberta

Useful links:

Government of Canada: http://www.getprepared.gc.ca/index-eng.aspx

Emergency Management Alberta: http://www.aema.alberta.ca/