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TAKE GRAB & GO BAG – See the Following for a list of items.
FAMILY MEMBERS/PETS/LIVESTOCK:
- If family members are not in your home, make sure wherever they are (school, work), prepared a plan – along with a plan for you to reunite.
- Designate a safe meeting place and “out of area” contact person.
- Plan several evacuation routes from your home. If possible, plan more than one route.
- Designate a safe meeting place and “out of area” contact person.
- Relay your plans to the contact person.
- Evacuate pets and livestock whenever possible, AND never turn animals loose. Take leases and small animal carriers.
VEHICLE PREPARATION:
- Place vehicles outside the garage are pointing out.
- Keep vehicle fuel tank above half-full during fire season.
- Roll up the windows to keep out smoke and ash.
- Close the garage door, but leave it unlocked.
- Place essential items in the car.
- If you do not drive, make other arrangements for transportation in advance.
PREPARING THE HOUSE:
- Close all exterior doors and windows.
- Turn off all pilot lights.
- Place combustible patio furniture or other items in the house or garage.
- Shut off propane and BBQ tanks. If you have natural gas leave this on, as the utility company will turn it off if needed.
- Ensure all garden hoses are connected to faucets and attach nozzles set on “spray” Turn on outside lights.
- Turn off the TV and radio.
- If you have an emergency water source (pool, pond, etc..) and portable pump, clearly mark its availability so it can be seen from the street or place a note on your front door but turn off the pool or hot tub breaker. Water sources help firefighters.
LAST STEP
- Take pictures of the exterior and interior of your home and buildings, including contents. This will assist insurance adjusters. Then take a deep breath and remember to remain calm.
- If you have elderly or disabled neighbours, make sure that you can also evacuate, but please ensure you can also evacuate safely.
NOTES: Mark down other items you may wish to take with you (i.e., family heirlooms, laptops, etc.)
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EMERGENCY EVACUATION KIT
GRAB & GO BAG
FOOD |
[ ] 1 litre of water for each person [ ] Favourite high energy snacks |
MEDICAL |
[ ] Medications and a copy of prescriptions [ ] Spare eyeglasses [ ] Hearing aids and batteries [ ] Small first aid kit [ ] COVID Vaccination Cards |
TOILETRIES |
[ ] Toothbrush and toothpaste [ ] Soap and/or hand sanitizer [ ] Comb and/or brush [ ] Toilet paper [ ] Feminine hygiene products |
IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS |
[ ] Identification [ ] Family emergency contact list [ ] Copy of care card number(s) [ ] Insurance papers and add pictures of your house and contents [ ] Passport number(s) [ ] Spare keys for house/car |
OTHER |
[ ] Hand-crank flashlight [ ] Radio (with batteries) [ ] Orange Garbage Bag (could be used as a poncho or for garbage) [ ] Emergency blanket for each member [ ] Small hoodie or jacket [ ] A good whistle [ ] Cash – coins and small bills |
COMFORT ITEMS |
[ ] Some family pictures [ ] Small games or stuffy for children |
INFANT ITEMS |
[ ] Baby Food [ ] Baby Bottles [ ] Infant Medications [ ] Diapers [ ] Baby Wipes |
PET CARE |
[ ] Small Pet Carrier [ ] Water [ ] Pet Food/Water Dishes [ ] Pet Medication [ ] Pet Vaccination Documents [ ] Leash, Collar and Pet ID tag [ ] Pet Food and Treat [ ] Small Pet toy or comfort |
Be Prepared, Be Calm, Keep you, your family and pets safe.