Staff Reporter
Emergency Preparedness Week runs this week until May 13.
The annual is event dedicated to making sure you and your family are prepared in the case of emergency. In Ontario, this year’s theme is ‘A Safe, Practiced, and Prepared Ontario.’
“Being prepared is crucial in ensuring a positive outcome during any type of emergency,” said Lakeshore Fire Chief Don Williamson. “From using applications like what3words to having a 72-hour kit in your home, preparedness can make all the difference.”
Similar to past years, the Lakeshore Fire Department will focus on educating citizens and ensuring they can take safety and preparedness into their own hands.
Residents are encouraged to re-evaluate and ensure they are prepared for any emergency, especially ones that are not associated with extreme weather. Other emergencies may include:
- Cybersecurity breaches
- Power and utility outages
- Household injuries
- Fires
Lakeshore will continue to share emergency preparedness tips as well as resources and educational material through social media and online at: Lakeshore.ca/Prepare.
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