Emergency Preparedness

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Emergency Preparedness Week is an opportunity to encourage Canadians to take concrete actions to be better prepared to protect themselves and their families during emergencies. This year marks the 25th annual Emergency Preparedness Week. Please visit the Government of Canada's website for more information on this year's Emergency Preparedness Week.

Preparing for an emergency is important, and something everyone should do. By taking a few simple steps, you can become better prepared to face a range of emergencies and minimize the impact on yourself and your family.

Greater Napanee's Emergency Response Plan

We have a community Emergency Response Plan in place for the coordination and implementation of all required services in the event of an emergency. The Emergency Response Plan will also be implemented in situations where resources are called upon to assist other municipalities in need of emergency assistance.

Who maintains the plan?

We have a committee consisting of the Mayor, CAO, Community Emergency Management Coordinator and one community liaison person who do a yearly review of the plan as well as any community risks.

Testing the plan

Our Emergency Plan is tested yearly with an Emergency Management exercise to ensure that it works according to the plan

Training

Town Staff receive at least eight hours of training yearly on Emergencies and the Emergency Plan.

We were successful in achieving compliance for the Province of Ontario in Emergency Management.

Make an Emergency Preparedness Action Plan for your Household

Every household needs an emergency plan. It will help you and your families know what to do if disaster strikes. We should all practice what to do in different emergency situations. Please view the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services for information on an Emergency Preparedness Action Plan.

Get a 72-Hour Emergency Kit

Be prepared to be self-sufficient for at least 72 hours in an emergency. During an emergency, we may need to get by without power or tap water. We will all need some basic supplies. Please take a look at what to put in your 72 Hour Emergency Kit:

Essentials

Food (non-perishable and easy-to-prepare items, enough for 3 days) and a manual can opener
Bottled water (4 litres per person for each day)
Medications
Flashlights and extra batteries
Radio (crank or battery-run)
First-Aid Kit
Candles and matches/lighter
Hand sanitizer or moist towelettes
Important papers (identification, contact lists, copies of prescriptions, etc.)
Extra car keys and cash
Whistle (to attract attention, if needed)
Zip-lock bags to keep things dry
Garbage bags

Special Considerations

Items for babies and small children - diapers, formula, bottles, comfort items
Prescription medication
Pet food and supplies
Any other items specific to your family's needs

Extra Supplies for Evacuation

Clothing, shoes
Sleeping bags or blankets
Personal items (soap, toothpaste, shampoo, comb, other toiletries)
Playing cards, travel games, other activities for children

Additional Tips

Pack the contents of your kit in an easy-to-carry bag or a case on wheels
Store your kit in a place that's easy to reach, and everyone knows where it is
Your water supply is meant to cover what you would drink as well as what you might need for food preparation, hygiene and dishwashing
Check and refresh your kit twice a year - when the clocks shift to/from daylight savings is a good time
Check all expiry dates and replace food and water with a fresh supply
Check batteries and replace as needed
Keep your cell phone or mobile device fully charged

Be Informed

Be Informed

During an emergency, you should stay tuned to local news channels, radio, Greater Napanee’s social media feeds and www.greaternapanee.com.

Sign up for Ontario’s emergency alerts! Red Alerts and Emergency Advisories quickly deliver information on threats or emergencies that have occurred via email or text message, and include information on how to keep you and your family safe!

Emergency Alerts will automatically notify on radio, television and cell phone devices for events like natural disasters, extreme weather and terrorist attacks.

When these messages are sent they are urgent, life-threatening, and the requirement for you is to take action!

Emergency Preparedness Guide for People with Disabilities and Special Needs

It is important to familiarize yourself with the Emergency Preparedness Guide for People with Disabilities & Special Needs. For more information on Accessibility, please see our Accessibility page.

Rising Water Levels

If you have concerns about potential flooding due to the rising water levels please contact the Emergency Services Department at 613-354-3415 or fill out the Town's Report an Issue form. The Town of Greater Napanee does not provide sandbags, but both Battlefield Equipment Rentals and Home Hardware in Napanee carry sand bags.

Report a Flooding Issue

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