Kenora Fire Urge Residents To Be Ready for Anything

Emergency Preparedness Week May 1 to 7, 2022

Natural disasters may be beyond our control, but there are ways to reduce the risk and the impact of whatever emergency we might face. Kenora Fire and Emergency Services urge you to take concrete actions to be better prepared to protect yourself and your family during emergencies. 

Emergency Preparedness Week, May 1 to 7, 2022, is a national effort lead by Public Safety Canada, provincial and territorial emergency management organizations, Indigenous organizations, non-governmental organizations, and private sector.

We all have a role to play to Be Ready For Anything to keep our community safe and protect the well-being of others. Our community has many potential risks ranging from wild fires to large chemical spills and extreme weather conditions. Being prepared will help you to face emergencies that can happen any time of the year.

By taking a few simple steps, you can become better prepared to face a range of emergencies – anytime, anywhere. It is important to: 

• Know the risks – Although the consequences of disasters can be similar, knowing the risks specific to our community and our region can help you better prepare. 

• Make a plan – It will help you and your family know what to do. 

• Get an emergency kit – During an emergency, we will all need some basic supplies. We may need to get by without power or tap water. Be prepared to be self-sufficient for at least 72 hours in an emergency.

This year, the COVID-19 global pandemic continues to have unprecedented impact on Canadians. While governments at all levels are working hard to keep Canada safe; now, more than ever, we understand that we all have a role to play in emergency preparedness. You can help to protect yourself, and others, against COVID-19 by staying informed. We encourage all Canadians to visit Canada.ca/coronavirus for the latest information on the response to COVID-19 and for more tips on how to continue to help prevent the spread. 

This week, we encourage you to take concrete actions to be better prepared. Please do your part! Experience has shown that individual preparedness goes a long way to help people cope better - both during and after a major disaster. Get an emergency kit now - it can make a world of difference.

Follow @KenoraFire and @Get_Prepared for preparedness information throughout the week and all year long. 

For assistance with building an emergency kit or other emergency planning, please contact David Pratt, Deputy Fire Chief, at Fire Station One, at 807-467-2090.