There is much to consider when developing a home emergency plan for your family, such as the following:
- Plan for specific crisis situations, e.g., a power outage, a flood or severe weather.
- Talk to your neighbours – plan ahead to share responsibilities.
- Know your home's exits and nearby safe meeting locations – not all family members may be at home when a crisis happens.
- Have detailed current contact lists for work and school as well as for any special health needs.
- If you must evacuate, know what basics to take such as identification, cash, cellphones and chargers, maps, pet food and more.
In case of an emergency, it's best to be prepared. Download an ebook version of the Government of Canada's Your Emergency Preparedness Guide.