Wednesday, January 4, 2012

Make Emergency Preparedness a New Year’s Resolution #yyj @cityofvictoria #earthquake


VICTORIA, BC — Victoria is located in a seismically active zone and is due for a damaging earthquake in the next 50 years. Now is the time to make emergency preparedness a New Year’s Resolution for you and your family.

Learn what you can do to protect your family, pets and property in the event of an earthquake at a free workshop offered by the Victoria Emergency Management Agency.

There is plenty you can do to prepare for an earthquake including having an emergency first aid kit and a plan for reconnecting with your loved ones. Learn how you and your family can better prepare to cope in the event of an earthquake, including how to safely store drinking water, put together emergency supply kits for your home and vehicle, and prepare a family reunification plan.

To register for an upcoming free workshop, call 250.920.3373 or e-mail vema@victoria.ca

The Victoria Emergency Management Agency (VEMA) is the City of Victoria’s resource for helping our community prepare for an emergency. Responsible for coordinating an emergency response in the event of a disaster, VEMA also educates and empowers Victoria citizens on how to be “emergency prepared.”

For more information, visit: http://www.preparevictoria.ca/ and “Like” VEMA on Facebook at: www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Victoria-Emergency-Management-Agency/188189414565989