Build an Emergency Survival Kit

Learn about different emergencies and how to be prepared.

For information about current emergencies, visit COMING SOON

Flood

Forest Fires

Earthquakes

Extreme Heat

Tornadoes

Nuclear Incident

Erosion

Thunderstorms

Drought

Wildlife Threat

Oil & Gas

Winter Storms

Pandemic (infectious disease)

Extreme Cold

Landslides & Sinkholes

Dam Failures

Be prepared

Everyone in Woodlandia is encouraged to be prepared — create a plan, assemble an emergency survival kit and stay informed about disasters.

1. Make a Plan

Learn what situations you need to plan for, such as where to go during an emergency evacuation or how to reach family members, both during and after a disaster. Get information about rebuilding life after disaster strikes.

2. Build a Kit

Every individual should have an emergency survival kit (including pets), with the supplies needed to survive without assistance, and take care of yourself and your family for at least three days.

Build an Emergency Survival Kit

Your emergency survival kit should have everything you and your family would need to be safe and take care of yourselves for at least three days immediately following an emergency.

The following list is broken down into the essentials, items you may need to meet your family’s unique needs, and items to have ready in case you have to leave your home.

WHAT TO PUT IN YOUR SURVIVAL KIT

Essentials

Food (non-perishable and easy-to-prepare items, enough for 3 days) and a manual can opener
Bottled water (4 litres per person for each day)
Medication(s)
Flashlight
Radio (crank or battery-run)
Extra batteries
First-aid kit
Candles and matches/lighter
Hand sanitizer or moist towelettes
Important papers (identification, contact lists, copies of prescriptions, etc.)
Extra car keys and cash
Whistle (to attract attention, if needed)
Zip-lock bag (to keep things dry)
Garbage bags

Special Considerations

Items for babies and small children—diapers, formula, bottles, baby food, comfort items
Prescription medication
Medical supplies and equipment
Pet food and supplies
Any other items specific to your family’s needs

Extra Supplies for Evacuation

Clothes, shoes
Sleeping bags or blankets
Personal items (soap, toothpaste, shampoo, comb, other toiletries)
Playing cards, travel games, other activities for children

OTHER TIPS

Pack the contents of your kit in an easy-to-carry bag(s) or a case on wheels.
Store your kit in a place that is easy to reach, and ensure that everyone in your family knows where it is.
Your kit does not have to be built overnight. Spread your shopping over a few weeks. Purchase a few items every time you go to the store.
Your water supply is meant to cover what you would drink as well as what you might need for food preparation, hygiene and dishwashing.
Check and refresh your kit twice a year—when the clocks shift to/from daylight savings time is a good time. Check all expiry dates and replace food and water with a fresh supply. Check batteries and replace as needed.
Keep your cell phone or mobile device fully charged.

3. Be Informed

Learn about emergencies as soon as possible:

Safety For Everyone

No two households are the same. When building your family emergency plan, be mindful of the special needs and considerations of individuals in your own household. By evaluating your unique needs, you can better prepared for any situation.