New Brunswick has seen its fair share of emergencies in recent years between historic flooding, a global pandemic, and devastating ice storms. May 2nd.
WINDSOR, ONT. When emergencies and disasters hit close to home, it’s vital for communities and individuals to be prepared. City of Windsor officials say that’s the key message for Emergency Preparedness Week that runs from May 2-8. This year’s “World of Reasons” theme encourages everyone to prepare by first getting vaccinated and observing public health guidelines to stop the spread of COVID-19. Learn more about vaccination at WEVax.ca. The ongoing pandemic is also a timely reminder of the importance of having access to the most up-to-date information. The City of Windsor’s “Windsor Alerts” program makes it easy: just sign up at www.WindsorAlerts.ca or call 311.
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The night of May 4, 1971, François Richard of Saint-Jean Vianney in Quebec’s Saguenay Region, was glued to his TV set. It was Game 1 of the Stanley Cup finals, Jean Béliveau leading the Montreal Canadiens against the Chicago Blackhawks.
It was a close game Chicago would end up winning 2-1 in overtime when Richard heard shouting outside. He went out to investigate and was stunned by what he saw. A section of town, larger than the area of Dow’s Lake, was disappearing into the Shipshaw River.
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Minister of Municipal Affairs Ric McIver issued the following statement on Emergency Preparedness Week:
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“In the midst of COVID-19, Emergency Preparedness Week 2021 reminds Albertans to always be prepared for disaster season. As we have seen in the past year, disasters and emergencies can happen at any time and without warning. The theme for this year’s National Emergency Preparedness Week, May 2-8, urges Albertans to be ready for anything. The week aims to build risk awareness and a culture of preparedness across Canada.
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This week is Emergency Preparedness Week in an effort to educate residents the importance of being prepared in the event of any kind of emergency.
Last year s evacuation due to Red Lake 49 is a firm reminder that our community and surrounding areas have many potential risks ranging from wild fires to large chemical spills and extreme weather conditions
The theme for this year s preparedness week is Be Ready for Anything , and local emergency services are urging the public to create a 72 hour emergency kit for your home and an emergency plan.
If a major emergency happens in our community, it may take Emergency Services some time to reach you. Make sure you have an emergency plan that everyone in your household knows about. Your plan should include a list of who you would contact in an emergency and how you will communicate with your family members who may not be at home when the emergency happens.