Although the consequences of various disasters can be similar, knowing the risks in your region can help you better prepare. Emergency Preparedness starts with you and while you can't predict an emergency, you can prepare for one. Take action to ensure you are prepared to protect yourself, your family and your community.
How to Prepare for an Emergency
Everyone has a role to play in an emergency. Emergencies can happen anywhere, at any time and your best defence is to be prepared.
Make a Plan |
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Every household needs an emergency plan. An emergency plan will help you and your family know what to do in case of an emergency, whether you are together or apart at the time of the emergency. Plan how to meet or how to contact one another, and discuss what you would do in different situations. |
Build a Kit |
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Your emergency survival kit should have everything you and your family would need to take care of yourselves for at least three days. Make sure to refresh you emergency kit at least twice a year ensuring batteries are charged, equipment is working and food or medication is not expired. |
Stay Informed |
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Staying informed is an important part of being prepared for an emergency. During an emergency, stay tuned to local news channels and if possible, have a battery or crank-operated radio and save your phone battery in case of a power outage. Its also important to sign up for an emergency alert system so you can receive potentially life-saving alerts and updates directly to you phone by email or text. Alert SystemsAlert Ready in Ontario is part of a national service designed to deliver critical and potentially life-saving emergency alert messages to Canadians. Emergency alerts are distributed on radio, compatible wireless devices and TV to help ensure that Ontarians have the critical information they need to take necessary precautions to protect themselves and their families in emergencies. Check your phone's compatibility. If your wireless device is not compatible please visit the Ontario Emergency Information page, or follow @OntarioWarnings, to stay updated. |
Town and Regional Resources
- Town of Halton Hills Emergency Response Plan
- Emergency Preparedness Guide
- Emergency Preparedness in Halton Region
Printable Resources
- High Rise Preparedness
- Emergency Preparedness Children's Activity Booklet
- Emergency Preparedness Pocket Guide
- Emergency Survival Kit Checklist
- Government of Canada Fillable Emergency Preparedness Guide
Preparing for All Emergencies
Learn about different emergencies and how to be prepared for each of them.