An emergency plan helps everyone in your family know what to do in an emergency, how to contact each other and where to meet.
Make a plan for your family. It will take about 20 minutes. Give a copy to every member of your family.
Your emergency plan should include:
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2 ways out of each room of your home in case of fire
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Emergency exits from your home
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Escape routes from your neighbourhood
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Meeting places for your family to reconnect
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Designated caregivers for children
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Meeting special health needs
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Shelter for pets
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Emergency contacts and important information
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Utility shut offs and home instructions
Make an emergency plan for people with disabilities and special needs
- Emergency preparedness guide for people with disabilities and special needs
- Emergency planning and preparedness for people with disabilities in Canada's north
Test your plan
Read and review your emergency plan with your family twice a year. Make adjustments for seasonal conditions; practice your escape routes and update your emergency contacts’ information.