As Emergency Preparedness Week kicks off amid state of emergency in Alberta due to wildfires, officials are reminding Canadians of the importance of creating an emergency plan and emergency kit in case of a natural disaster.
On Saturday, a state of emergency was declared in Alberta due to the rapid expansion of numerous forest fires — a grim reminder for the beginning of Emergency Preparedness Week that it’s increasingly important to know what to do in the event of a natural disaster in your area.
“In the past week, floods and wildfires have ravaged communities right across Canada. As climate change causes these events to become more frequent and more severe, the Government of Canada will be there to support response and recovery efforts, and build back more resilient communities.” In 2021, a tornado devastated Barrie, Ontario, damaging 110 homes. Just last fall, post-tropical storm Fiona battered Atlantic Canada, killing two people, washing away multiple homes and taking away power for thousands.With extreme weather anticipated to become more and more common due to climate change, what can Canadians do to be prepared?
It should also contain some basics in terms of food and water, according to government officials, including two litres of water per person per day, if possible.
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