National Emergency Preparedness Week is being held next week, May 1 to 7. Local municipalities and emergency services partners are encouraging Waterloo Region residents to “Be Prepared for Anything”. Emergencies can happen at any time and without warning. With some preparation upfront, you can respond quickly and protect yourself, your family, and your community.
“Everyone has a role to play in an emergency. This year’s National theme for the week, ‘Be Prepared for Anything’ encourages everyone to build those foundational tools like 72-hour emergency kits, evacuations plans, emergency contact lists, etc. so that we are all ready to act calmly and quickly. Being prepared ensures that our community continues to grow ever more resilient in emergency response.” - Region of Waterloo Emergency Management Office
You are invited to continue to build your preparedness toolkit via virtual events and educational tips available to residents. Some items you can access include:
Part of being ready for anything, is staying informed about potential hazards or emergencies in your area. Residents are encouraged to subscribe to AlertWR at www.alertwr.ca/subscribe to receive important public safety messages in the event of large-scale emergencies in the region.
Resources
Visit the Government of Canada’s Get Prepared! website for resources on types of emergencies, how to make an Emergency Plan, 72-hour Kit and more.
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Media contact:
Corporate Communications
Office of the Chief Administrative Officer
Township of Wilmot Phone: 519-634-8444
communications@wilmot.ca
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