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Experience has shown that after a natural disaster many individuals and neighbourhoods are left on their own for at least 72 hours. Although there is nothing that can be done to prevent a natural disaster, you can prepare now to survive during the emergency and during the next 72 hours.
Secure items in your home or office. Interruptions to normal services are likely. Gather your family and neighbours together to develop a plan; it could save your life and the lives of those around you.
Family members may be in different places when a disaster occurs. To prepare for this separation, identify reunion sites as part of the family plan, as well as a neighbourhood reunion site. Also establish an out-of-area contact person.
The City of White Rock Fire Department can help you with your emergency preparedness planning. Whether you're an individual or a group, the White Rock Fire Department can help you develop your own emergency preparedness plan for:
We make presentations to large or small groups at your location or at the White Rock Fire Hall. To make arrangements for a group or private Emergency Preparedness Presentation, call 604-541-2121 or 604-541-2122 or view more information.