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Be Prepared for Emergencies in 2019

Be Prepared for Emergencies in 2019

Jan 1, 2019 | 10:43 AM

With the start of a new year, make a resolution to be better prepared for potential emergencies.

Emergency Management BC (EMBC) urges British Columbians to make a commitment to better prepare themselves and their families for possible emergencies.

Start by building an emergency kit and developing a household plan that individuals and families can practice throughout the year.

A home emergency kit does not take a long time to create and does not need to be expensive. Just follow the basic list below, and remember to store collected supplies in an easy-to-access location:

* First-aid kit

* Battery-powered or hand-crank radio

* Flashlight and extra batteries

* Whistle to signal for help

* Cellphone with charger (inverter or solar charger)

* Cash in small bills

* A local map with a family meeting place identified

* A minimum three-day supply of food and water, but aim for a week to two weeks.

* Garbage bags

* Dust mask

* Seasonal clothing and footwear

* Water (minimum of four litres of water per person, per day)

Make a 2019 New Year’s resolution to prepare for a disaster before it strikes.