Tips For Preparing For An Emergency

Hurricane Sandy hasn’t hit Northwestern Ontario, but it’s always good to be prepared.
Catherine Benesch from the Canada Safety Council says having water and non-perishable food is a must.
Some other things to include in an emergency kit are:
– a manual can opener
– crank or battery powered flashlight with extra batteries
– crank or battery powered radio with extra batteries
– a first aid kit
– extra keys to your car and home
– some cash in smaller bills and change for payphones
– a copy of your emergency plan and contact information
– if applicable, prescription medication, infant formula, equipment for people with disabilities, and food and water for pets
– candles, matches or a lighter
– change of clothing and footwear for each household member
– sleeping bag or warm blanket
– toiletries
– hand sanitizer
– utensils
– garbage bags
– toilet paper
– water purifying tablets
– basic tools, such as a hammer, pliers, wrench and pocket knife
– a whistle
– duct tape
For more information on how to prepare an emergency kit, visit www.getprepared.gc.ca