Get prepared for emergencies
Get prepared for emergencies
Emergencies can happen anytime and anywhere. There are actions you can take to get prepared for emergencies to protect the people, property and pets you care about the most.
December emergency preparedness tip: Deck the halls (safely) this holiday season.
Here are some simple steps you can take to prepare your home and vehicle for a safe and enjoyable holiday season:
- Test your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detector to ensure they’re working properly.
- Inspect your holiday lights and discard any that show wear. Use indoor-specific extension cords for your tree lights, and don’t overload them. Avoid attaching multiple extension cords together as this can pose a fire hazard. Keep candles away from flammable materials.
- If you’re travelling during the holidays, keep the heat on in your house at a lowered level to reduce the risk of frozen pipes. Keep an eye on weather forecasts and alerts. If there is a winter storm coming, stay off the roads or delay travel until the conditions improve.
- Keep an emergency kit in your vehicle stocked with essentials like non-perishable food, a first aid kit, small shovel, flashlights and blankets. Having a vehicle emergency kit can make all the difference to keep you and your passengers safe if you get stranded. Learn what you can keep in a vehicle emergency kit.
- Check your insurance policy to understand exactly what it covers. If you have any questions about your policy, contact your insurance advisor. Having adequate insurance can give you peace of mind whether you’re at home or away during the holidays.
Have a joyful and safe holiday.
Get your household ready
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It’s important to make a plan so you and your family know what to do and who to contact during an emergency. Download our fillable emergency action plan available in multiple languages and follow the steps to make a plan for your household.
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Learn tips to prepare and protect your home before, during and after an emergency. The videos are available in different languages and ASL.
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Make sure you have food and supplies ready to go for the first three days following an emergency.
Get your business ready
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Our Ready Business program provides tools and resources to help businesses in Calgary plan for potential risks, and to get back up and running after an emergency.
Get your squad Ready
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Ready Squad is a youth focused emergency preparedness program that teaches kids about the types of emergencies that can occur in Calgary and how to prepare for them.
Other resources
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Ready Calgary is a free, online community preparedness program for citizens. The course covers safety at home, in the workplace, neighbourhood and community. Become a leader in your community and help empower a resilient network of prepared citizens.
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Despite best planning, you might require help from others during an emergency.
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Preparing may involve specific planning for persons with disabilities.