2.       Prepare an Emergency Plan

The Regional District has established Emergency Programs for all electoral areas and a number of municipalities. At the heart of the programs is the Emergency Plan.  This document helps ensure a coordinated response between all emergency responders.  The plan is continually updated and refined.

Emergency preparedness is a shared responsibility.  Everyone has a part to play – the individual, private business, volunteer organizations, and government agencies.

In a major emergency, help may take some time to arrive.  Members of a family may become separated.  Each family’s situation is unique and you are in the best position to plan for your needs.  Help yourself to be prepared by putting together an Emergency Plan for your home and family.

Some things to think about:
          ■     where the exits are from your home and neighbourhood
          ■     a meeting place to reunite with family or roommates
          ■     a designated person to pick up your children should you be unavailable
          ■     close-by and out-of-town contact persons
          ■     health information
          ■     a place for your pet to stay
          ■     the location of your fire extinguisher, water valve, electrical box,
                 gas valve and floor drain.

Take half and hour to prepare a customized plan for your family at http://www.getprepared.ca/plan/plan_e.asp