Emergency Preparedness


Emergency Survival Checklist

Are you prepared? Preparing ahead of time can help keep your family safe in the event of an emergency


  • Flashlight and batteries
  • Radio and batteries or crank radio
  • Spare batteries (for radio or flashlight)
  • First-aid Kit
  • Candles and matches/lighter
  • Extra car keys and cash
  • Important papers (identification)
  • Food and bottled water
  • Clothing and footwear
  • Blankets or sleeping bags
  • Toilet paper and other personal items
  • Medication
  • Backpack/duffel bag (to hold all of the emergency survival kit items)
  • Whistle (to attract attention, if needed)
  • Playing cards


Don’t forget about your pets!

  • Pet food
  • Water
  • Medication
  • Travel crate
  • Leash


Be sure to prepare a three day supply per person!


For more information visit www.ontario.ca/emo

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