Take part in Emergency Preparedness Week

Know the risks, make a household plan, and get an emergency kit. Join us at the Emergency Preparedness Community BBQ - May 8  

It’s Emergency Preparedness Week in the region and across Canada. This is a time to learn, plan, and prepare for emergencies. As river breakup began last week and an ice jam caused water levels to rise, it was a reminder of the importance of being prepared for emergencies. 

While there is a higher risk of hazards during river breakup and wildfire season, emergencies can happen anytime and you should be ready year-round.

Knowing the risks around you, understanding how to respond, making a household emergency plan and having a 72-hour emergency kit will help keep you and your family as safe as possible. Everyone is encouraged to act this week and better prepare for emergencies.  Preparedness can include talking and testing your plans with family, friends, neighbours, work colleagues, and others.  Visit the RMWB’s Emergency Preparedness webpage to learn more.

Emergency Preparedness Week BBQ – May 8

Wrap up the week on May 8 at kiyām Community Park for the Emergency Preparedness BBQ, held in partnership with ATCO. The event will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

We’ll have information to share, food and a door prize! The RMWB’s Emergency Management Team will be joined by ATCO, Alberta Wildfire, FireSmart, Fire Prevention, Recovery Alberta, The Salvation Army and other community partners. Check municipal social media for more event details.

Children’s Colouring Contest

It’s important for kids to also be prepared for emergencies and you should discuss your household emergency plan with your children. If you have kids at home, encourage them to take part in the Emergency Preparedness colouring contest this week!  

Children up to 12 years old will be eligible to win prizes. Download the contest rules online.

Enter by:

·         Downloading a copy of the colouring sheet.

·         Picking up a colouring sheet at Jubilee Centre or any rural contact office.

·         Watching for details from participating schools.

Drop off your completed colouring sheet at a municipal office by May 9.

Alberta Emergency Alert Test on May 6

Don’t be alarmed when your cell phone, radio or television broadcasts a test alert at 1:55 p.m. on Wednesday, May 6. This test is part of Emergency Preparedness Week and ensures alert systems are working. It’s also an opportunity for everyone to ask themselves if they would be ready if the alert were real. 

Sign up today to receive Alberta Emergency Alerts on your mobile device at the AEA Alert webpage. 

Learn more about preparing for emergencies at rmwb.ca/eprep.

If you have any questions or would like more information, contact Pulse at 780-743-7000, or online at rmwb.ca/Pulse.