Public Safety & Emergency Services
Know the Risks
Earthquakes, floods, tsunamis and wildfires are just some of the potential hazards in B.C. Familiarize yourself with the ones that could occur in your community.
Prepare Your Home
A household plan will help you cope with the stress of emergencies. Download a copy of the PreparedBC: Household Preparedness Guide (PDF) and the companion PreparedBC: Household Emergency Plan (PDF). Fill in the blanks and you're on your way to a prepared household in 11 easy steps.
Library of PreparedBC guides:
- Household Preparedness Guide
- Household Emergency Plan
- In it Together: Neighbourhood Preparedness Guide
- Pet Preparedness
- Resource for People with Disabilities
- Guide for Apartments, Condos and Townhomes
Build an Emergency Kit
When disaster hits, there won't be time to collect emergency supplies. Ensure you have emergency kits for your home, office and vehicle. They should all contain food, water and supplies for a minimum of 72 hours.
