City of Peterborough Marks This Week As Emergency Preparedness Week
/The City of Peterborough is marking this week as Emergency Preparedness Week by urging residents to be prepared in case of emergency.
Photo by Keegan Beekers.
This year’s public education initiative theme is ‘Plan for every season.’
By taking a few simple steps, residents can become better prepared to face the range of unique emergency challenges facing Peterborough on a seasonal basis. Residents are encouraged to:
Know the risks – Although the consequences of disasters can be similar, knowing the risks specific to their community and region can help residents better prepare.
Make an emergency plan – It will help individuals and their families know what to do.
Prepare an emergency kit – Having basic supplies to enable residents to be self-sufficient for at least 72 hours without power or tap water is a widely recommended guideline. During emergencies, it may take time for emergency services to reach everyone in need, especially if the situation is widespread or resources are limited. Being prepared to sustain themselves and their family for that initial period, not only eases the burden on emergency responders but also increases their chances of staying safe and comfortable until help arrives.
