Are you prepared?

Emergency Preparedness Week is May 3rd to 9th, 2026.

Safety starts with being prepared and having a plan. All Ontarians have a part to play in preparing for emergencies.

• Thunderstorms, hail, blizzards, ice storms, hurricanes, storm surges, tornadoes, and heavy rain can develop quickly and threaten life and property
• Is your emergency kit fully stocked?
• Would you be able to find your flashlight in the dark?
• You may need to get by without power or tap water
• Be prepared to be self-sufficient for at least 72 hours
• Make sure your family emergency plan includes all your family members, including pets. Your family may not be together if a disaster strikes, so it is important to know how you will contact one another and reconnect if separated
• Food safety after a power outage should be considered. When the power goes off for a long period of time, harmful bacteria can grow. The food in your refrigerator and freezer may become unsafe to eat

Emergencies can happen at any time and without warning. Be ready.

With a little preparation, you can respond quickly to help yourself and others.