It is Emergency Preparedness Week across Canada and the Regional District of Fraser-Fort George has tips to help property owners prepare for emergencies.
Insurance
There is no better time than the present to review your insurance coverage to determine what type of protection and coverage you have for your property and possessions. Your broker can review your policy and determine if your coverage is adequate and provide information on filing a claim.
Learn more about insurance basics from the Insurance Brokers of Canada
House Numbering
Make it easy for first responders to find you in an emergency. Your house numbers should be clear enough so that police, the fire department and paramedics can quickly locate your property. House numbers are often the only way that first responders can identify their destination. House numbers should be clearly visible day and night, and be a minimum of 8 to10 cm high.
Public Alerting System
The Public Alerting System (PAS) is used in emergencies to notify citizens of evacuation alerts and evacuation orders. When severe weather, floods or wildfires happen, all registered contacts in that area receive texts, voice calls or emails with public safety notifications. The PAS is free and available to all residents in the Regional District and City of Prince George. Residents enter their name, email address and phone numbers, and identify the zones they want to receive alerts for.
Prepare an Emergency Kit
Prepare a kit with supplies to sustain you and your family for 72 hours. Keep the kit updated and in an easily-accessible place. Include non-perishable food, water, medications, toiletries, flashlights and batteries and have an additional kit in your car in case you are not able to get home.
Fire Smart
We live in a region prone to wildfire. Many fires occur in the urban interface zone where homes, cabins and subdivisions are built into the forest landscape. As a property owners you can and should help reduce the risk of wildfire affecting your property.
Learn how to protect your property from wildfire at FireSmart BC
