Emergency Preparedness Partnerships

Being aware and prepared is the focus of this year’s Emergency Preparedness week May 4-10, 2008. ATCO Electric is working with several communities across the province to increase awareness of the importance of individual emergency preparedness.  

On May 4, ATCO Electric, ATCO Gas and local officials introduced a customized Emergency Preparedness Guide to area residents and businesses in the Grande Prairie region. Customized versions of the guides are also available for the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo and the Town of High Prairie. 

Through the Community Emergency Preparedness program, City officials work with community groups to help residents and businesses in their community prepare for the unexpected. As well as providing resources to the project, ATCO Electric is providing expertise during electrical emergencies, as well as safety and disaster preparedness to support the training and education objectives of the Community Emergency Preparedness program.  

These quick reference guides provide easy-to-read information on preparing for and coping with a variety of emergencies, including severe weather, floods, utility outages, chemical releases and influenza. They also provide key contact information and an outline on preparing home, travel and pet emergency kits. 

Other resources and information can be found at www.GetPrepared.ca.