Emergency Preparedness

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Peterborough County Emergency Preparedness Hub

Emergency Preparedness Week is here from May 3rd to 9th!

Emergency Preparedness Week is an opportunity to start, or continue, your journey toward being ready for emergencies. Preparedness doesn’t have to be overwhelming. It’s built through small, practical steps, and it works best when we take those steps together with friends, family and neighbours.

This week, we encourage you to join in on the conversations with fellow community members and browse the resources in Emergency Preparedness Hub!

Emergencies can happen anytime, anywhere, and being prepared makes all the difference. This hub is your central space for learning, sharing, and engaging in meaningful conversations about emergency preparedness in Peterborough County.

Here, you’ll find trusted information and helpful resources to help you and your family stay prepared for whatever comes our way.

We want to hear from you!

  • What do you think of when you hear 'Emergency Preparedness'? Share your thoughts in the 'Ideas' tool!

Together, we can build a safer, more resilient Peterborough County. One prepared household at a time!

Peterborough County Emergency Preparedness Hub

Emergency Preparedness Week is here from May 3rd to 9th!

Emergency Preparedness Week is an opportunity to start, or continue, your journey toward being ready for emergencies. Preparedness doesn’t have to be overwhelming. It’s built through small, practical steps, and it works best when we take those steps together with friends, family and neighbours.

This week, we encourage you to join in on the conversations with fellow community members and browse the resources in Emergency Preparedness Hub!

Emergencies can happen anytime, anywhere, and being prepared makes all the difference. This hub is your central space for learning, sharing, and engaging in meaningful conversations about emergency preparedness in Peterborough County.

Here, you’ll find trusted information and helpful resources to help you and your family stay prepared for whatever comes our way.

We want to hear from you!

  • What do you think of when you hear 'Emergency Preparedness'? Share your thoughts in the 'Ideas' tool!

Together, we can build a safer, more resilient Peterborough County. One prepared household at a time!

Discussions: All (4) Open (4)

  • Where do you go first for updates during an emergency?

    4 months ago
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    Results from the 2025 Emergency Preparedness Survey show that many respondents either somewhat or definitely agree they know how to receive updates during an emergency.

    To help strengthen preparedness across our community, sharing what works can help others feel more confident. When an emergency happens, where do you go first for reliable updates, and why?  Chart showing results from Emergency Preparedness Survey showing 107 respondents selected 'Somewhat agree' for the question 'I know how to receive emergency updates in my area'.

    Results from the 2025 Emergency Preparedness Survey show that many respondents either somewhat or definitely agree they know how to receive updates during an emergency.

    To help strengthen preparedness across our community, sharing what works can help others feel more confident. When an emergency happens, where do you go first for reliable updates, and why?  Chart showing results from Emergency Preparedness Survey showing 107 respondents selected 'Somewhat agree' for the question 'I know how to receive emergency updates in my area'.

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  • Do you have all of your important documents together in case of an emergency?

    3 days ago
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    One of the easiest ways to start building your Emergency Kit is by gathering the important documents and information you already have at home.

    Begin with collecting:
    ✔️ Copies of your ID
    ✔️ A list of medications and health conditions
    ✔️ Important phone numbers
    ✔️ Copies of essential documents (e.g., birth certificates, ownership papers)
    ✔️ Any other information you may need if you had to leave home quickly

    Do you have all of your important documents and information together in case of an emergency?

    One of the easiest ways to start building your Emergency Kit is by gathering the important documents and information you already have at home.

    Begin with collecting:
    ✔️ Copies of your ID
    ✔️ A list of medications and health conditions
    ✔️ Important phone numbers
    ✔️ Copies of essential documents (e.g., birth certificates, ownership papers)
    ✔️ Any other information you may need if you had to leave home quickly

    Do you have all of your important documents and information together in case of an emergency?

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  • Preparing your Household Emergency Plan together

    3 days ago
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    Your household emergency plan helps you know who to call, where to go, and what to do before an emergency happens.

    Here are some simple actions to get started:
    Talk with your household or family

    • Choose a meeting place inside and outside your home
    • Decide who everyone will contact if separated
    • Review how you’ll communicate during an emergency
    • Include your pet emergency plan 

    If you rely on regular support services

    •  Reach out to your home care, community programs, or mobility support providers
    • Ask what emergency services or backup options are available
    • Make sure you know who to call and what to expect if your routine or services are disrupted

    If you’re a parent or caregiver

    • Contact your child’s school or daycare
    • Learn their emergency procedures, reunification plans, and communication methods
    • Add their information to your own emergency plan

    If you take regular medication

    • Call your doctor or talk to a pharmacist
    • Ask how extreme events (heat waves, power outages, winter storms) could affect your medication
    • Find out if there are safe storage alternatives or short-term solutions during emergencies

    Who do you think it is important to reach out to when creating your household emergency plan?

    Your household emergency plan helps you know who to call, where to go, and what to do before an emergency happens.

    Here are some simple actions to get started:
    Talk with your household or family

    • Choose a meeting place inside and outside your home
    • Decide who everyone will contact if separated
    • Review how you’ll communicate during an emergency
    • Include your pet emergency plan 

    If you rely on regular support services

    •  Reach out to your home care, community programs, or mobility support providers
    • Ask what emergency services or backup options are available
    • Make sure you know who to call and what to expect if your routine or services are disrupted

    If you’re a parent or caregiver

    • Contact your child’s school or daycare
    • Learn their emergency procedures, reunification plans, and communication methods
    • Add their information to your own emergency plan

    If you take regular medication

    • Call your doctor or talk to a pharmacist
    • Ask how extreme events (heat waves, power outages, winter storms) could affect your medication
    • Find out if there are safe storage alternatives or short-term solutions during emergencies

    Who do you think it is important to reach out to when creating your household emergency plan?

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  • Creating your Emergency Kit

    3 days ago
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    Building an Emergency Kit might be easier than you think — most of the items are already in your home!

    Take a few minutes to look around and gather essentials such as:

    • Your basic first aid kit
    • Flashlights (and extra batteries!)
    • Refillable water containers
    • Canned or non‑perishable food
    • An old backpack, tote, or small bin that can serve as a central spot for supplies

    You don’t need to buy everything at once. Many of the items you need are already tucked away in drawers, closets, or the garage. It’s just about bringing them together in one place.

    What are some items you already have at home that can be a part of your Emergency Kit?

    Building an Emergency Kit might be easier than you think — most of the items are already in your home!

    Take a few minutes to look around and gather essentials such as:

    • Your basic first aid kit
    • Flashlights (and extra batteries!)
    • Refillable water containers
    • Canned or non‑perishable food
    • An old backpack, tote, or small bin that can serve as a central spot for supplies

    You don’t need to buy everything at once. Many of the items you need are already tucked away in drawers, closets, or the garage. It’s just about bringing them together in one place.

    What are some items you already have at home that can be a part of your Emergency Kit?

    Go to discussion
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