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Written by Administrator
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Joint Emergency Managment
Sheet Harbour
JEM is a group of people from our community who plan for emergencies. We cover an area from Ship Harbour down to the HRM line in Ecum Secum. In the event of a disaster this group would help coordinate the relief efforts of distressed residents and provide for food and shelter should the need arise. Members of the committee include:
- Dept. of Transportation
- Nova Scotia Power
- Ground Search and Rescue
- HRM Fire Depts.
- Hospital
- Dept. Natural Resources
- SPAN - Strengthening Preparedness Among Neighbors
- COPS - Citizens on Patrol
- RCMP
- EHS
- Red Cross
- HRM Emergency Management Coordinator
In the near future will be providing a local number were you can call for updates in the event of a severe storm or natural disaster.
Below are some links to online information about things you and your family should know about to prepare yourself in case of a disaster.
- EMO - Nova Scotia
- Public Safety Canada
- Nova Scotia Power Outage Information
- Emergency Preparedness for You and Your Family
- Halifax EMO Website
- Atlantic Canada Weather Site
- Strengthening Preparedness Among Neighbors - Guide
How to Prepare an emergency Kit
During an emergency you may be without electricity or running water. You should have some basic supplies prepared so you and your family can be self-sufficient for at least 72 hours. Make sure your family’s emergency kit is easy to carry. For example, keep it in a backpack, duffel bag or suitcase with wheels. Store it in an easily-accessible place and make sure that everyone knows where it is. Check your kit twice a year and replace any outdated items. Food and water should be replaced once a year. Basic Emergency Kit:
- Water (at least two litres per person per day). Use small bottles that can be carried in case of an evacuation order.
- Food that won’t spoil, such as canned or dried foods and energy bars.
- Manual can opener
- Wind-up or battery-powered radio (and extra batteries)
- Wind-up or battery-powered flashlight (and extra batteries)
- Cash (small bills) and change (for pay phones)
- First-aid kit
- Extra keys for your car and house
- Emergency plan and contact information
- Medications, important documents, infant formula, pet food, special items for family members with disabilities or special needs, or any other items necessary to personalize your kit
Recommended Additional Items:
- Additional two litres of water per person per day (for cooking, cleaning, etc.)
- Change of clothing and footwear for each family member
- Blankets or sleeping bags
- Toiletries
- Hand sanitizer
- Plastic garbage bags
- Utensils
- Toilet paper
- Household chlorine bleach or water purifying tablets
- Basic tools (hammer, screwdrivers, pliers, wrench, work gloves, dust mask, pocket knife)
- Small fuel-driven stove with fuel (follow manufacturer’s directions and store properly)
- Duct tape (e.g. to tape up windows, doors, air vents, etc.)
- Whistle (to attract attention)
Car Emergency Kit:
- Shovel
- Ice scraper and brush
- Sand, salt or kitty litter; traction mats
- Booster cables
- Tow chain
- Methyl hydrate (for fuel line and windshield de-icing)
- First-aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
- Wind-up or battery-powered flashlight (and extra batteries)
- Road maps
- Warning light or road flares
- Emergency food pack
- Extra clothing and footwear
- Cloth or roll of paper towels
- Axe or hatchet
- Compass
- Matches and a “survival” candle in a deep can (to warm hands, heat a drink or use as an emergency light)
- Blanket (special “survival” blankets are best)
Evacuation “Go Kit”: In the event that you have to evacuate your home a portable emergency “go kit” is also recommended. Your kit should include:
- Copies of important documents (Insurance papers, deeds, wills)
- Seven-day supply of prescription medications
- Local map
- Extra clothing and footwear
- Cash (small bills) and change (for pay phones)
- Extra keys for your car and house
- Emergency plan and contact information
- Infant formula, pet food, special items for family members with disabilities or special needs, or any other items necessary to personalize your kit
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