It’s Emergency Preparedness Week, and whether you’re dealing with fires, or weather events like snow, heavy rain, or flooding, it’s important to make sure that you have a plan.
South Huron Deputy Fire Chief Mike Herbert recommends that every household prep a kit, containing all basic needs as well as a portable radio,
It’s also recommended that you compile a binder with vital information like insurance, copies of identification, and a list of phone numbers for family, friends and emergency services. You should review your kit every year to make sure that everything is up to date, and that nothing is expired.
In the case of an emergency, it’s important that you have a plan in place, says Deputy Chief Herbert,
It is recommended that every family makes a home fire escape plan, with designated escape routes, and a meeting place at a nearby location.
Although it is Emergency Preparedness Week, Deputy Chief Herbert says that we should always be thinking about being ready in case of an emergency,
At the end of the day, your local fire department is there to serve you – if you want to learn how to use a fire extinguisher, have your smoke alarms tested, want training for employees or volunteer groups, or want advice on developing your own emergency plan, you can get in touch with your local fire department. Here in Exeter, you can call the station at (519) 235-1981.
Written by: B. Shakyaver
