In your day-to-day living, disasters may seem like a distant possibility. Yet natural disasters such as wildfires, floods, landslides or tornadoes; technological or environmental accidents, such as chemical spills; or service disruptions, such as power failures during the winter or severe storms, can strike any community at any time. If you're unprepared for a disaster, it can shatter your life.
The best time to prepare for an emergency is when there isn't one. Emergencies of any size can happen anytime or anywhere.
Expect the unexpected and plan for it. Knowing what to do when a disaster strikes will help you better control the situation and be in a position to recover more quickly. While the region has an emergency plan, no community is equipped to handle all the demands of a catastrophe. Help your community by preparing yourself. Make sure everyone in your family knows what to do before, during and after an emergency.
Central Okanagan Emergency Operation Centre |
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We have a website that provides updated information when an Emergency Operation Centre is activated in response to any emergency in the Central Okanagan area. |
Make an emergency plan |
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The Government of Canada and Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Canada encourage residents to create their very own emergency plan. Their website can help you create an emergency plan in 8 steps, after which you can print to keep on-hand. |
Create a “grab and go” kit |
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Are you ready to leave your home on a moment's notice? Create your own “grab and go” kit with this checklist. |
Plan for children |
Plan for people with special needs |
Plan for your pet or farm animals |
Pandemic information |
Power or electricity outages |
Fire preparedness and protection |
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Flood preparedness and protection |
Disaster recovery and financial assistance information |
Severe storms |
Earthquakes |
Landslides |
Tornadoes |
Resources |