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EMERGENCYAWARENESS CALENDAR

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2012Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

1Canada Day

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July

Did you know? The highest temperature ever recorded in Canada is 45°C,

which occurred in both Midale and Yellowgrass, Saskatchewan on July 5, 1937.

During conditions of extreme heat and high humidity, evaporation decreases and the body must work extra hard to maintain a normal temperature.

EXTREME HEAT

Keep Cool•Stay indoors as much

as possible

•Limit your exposure to the sun

•Stay on the lowest floor of your home

•Spend the warmest part of the day in a cool facility (e.g. libraries, schools, movie theatres, shopping malls and other community facilities)

•Dress in loose-fitting, lightweight, and light-coloured clothes that cover as much as possible

•Protect face and head by wearing a wide-brimmed hat

•Avoid strenuous work during the warmest part of the day

Stay Hydrated•Drink plenty of water

•Eat well-balanced, light, and regular meals

•Avoid using salt tablets unless directed to do so by a physician

•Avoid alcoholic beverages, as they can increase your risk of dehydration

Check on Your Neighbour

•Check on your family, friends, and neighbours, especially if they live alone

• Never leave children or pets alone in a closed vehicle

Be Ready. Be Prepared.

Emergency Awareness Calendar


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Did you know? In the Region of Peel, responsibility for the safety and survival of a pet

rests with the owner(s) for the duration of an emergency.

Planning and making arrangements prior to an emergency will greatly increase your pet’s ability to cope.

PETS AND EMERGENCIES

August

Pet Emergency KitKeep your pet’s emergency kit with your family emergency kit so that it is easy to access. It should include:

•A minimum seven-day supply of food and water

•An extra supply of your pet’s medicine, all vaccinations and veterinarian information, registration and/or adoption papers in a waterproof container

•A spare leash

•A sturdy, safe and comfortable carrier ready to transport your pet large enough for your pet to stand, turn around and lie down

•Pet litter, litter box, newspapers, paper towels, plastic bags and chlorine bleach

•Detailed information about the breed, age, sex, colour, and distinguishing characteristics on the back of a picture of you and your pet together. This will help prove ownership and will also assist others to help identify it should you be separated from your pet during an emergency

•Favourite toys, treats or bedding in your kit to help reduce stress




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Did you know? For emergency cooking, you can use a barbeque, a charcoal grill, or a camp stove — outdoors only.

These items should not be used indoors as they pose a serious risk of fire and carbon monoxide poisoning.

When determining whether food is safe to eat, remember the saying: “When in doubt, throw it out.”

SEVEN-DAY FOOD PLAN

September

Your household emergency kit should contain a seven-day supply of non-perishable food and water.

Select foods that do not require refrigeration or cooking, and use little or no water in preparation.

Food items should be compact and lightweight, and packaged in re-sealable plastic bags or other food grade re-sealable containers (avoid glass) to prevent leaks.

Check the supplies in your kit at least once a year.

Emergency Kit•Adequate supply of

water for seven days for each family member and family pet

•Canned soup

•Protein bars, trail mix, granola bars

•Peanut butter, jam, crackers

•Beef jerky, dried fruit

•Sweetened cereals

•Cookies, hard candy, chewing gum, chocolate

•Tea bags, instant coffee, hot chocolate

•Don’t forget: a manual can opener, disposable utensils, and appropriate cooking supplies



2012

Did you know? When daylight savings time changes occur, you are encouraged to change the batteries in your smoke alarms.

FIRE SAFETY

OctoberSunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

1 2 3Safe Communities Day

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7 8Thanksgiving

9 10International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction

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Home Fire Safety Facts and Tips:Fact: Smoke alarms can increase your chances of surviving a fire by up to 50 per cent.

Tip: Every home in Ontario must have a working smoke alarm on every level of the home, and outside all sleeping areas.

Fact: Cooking is the number one cause of residential fires in Ontario.

Tip: Never leave your cooking appliances unattended.

Fact: Careless smoking is the leading cause of fire deaths in Ontario.

Tip: Encourage smokers to smoke outside.

Fact: A cord or plug that becomes hot is an indication of an

overloaded circuit.

Tip: Avoid overloading a circuit with “octopus outlets.” If additional outlets or circuits are required, have them installed by a licenced electrician.

Fact: Creosote is a major cause of chimney fires.

Tip: Have chimneys and flue pipes cleaned regularly.

Fact: Carbon monoxide is an invisible, tasteless and

odourless gas that can be fatal.

Tip: Have your furnace and chimney cleaned and inspected

every year, and install a carbon monoxide alarm in your home.

Most home fire deaths can be prevented by early warning and response. By law, every home is required to have working smoke alarms and a carbon monoxide

alarm installed. Have you checked yours lately?



Fire Prevention Week


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Did you know? Winter tires improve safety by providing better traction, braking, and handling during all winter conditions.

Don’t be caught off guard by an early winter storm this season. Being prepared for winter driving conditions can save your life.

WINTER VEHICLE SAFETY

November

Use Winter Driving Skills

Drive defensively and give yourself a little more time. Adjust your speed and increase following distances. Turn on your headlights to see and be seen.

Keep Winter Travel Supplies and an Emergency Car Kit in Your Vehicle

Winter travel supplies should include: a snow shovel, scraper and snow brush; sand or strips of carpet for traction; flares/reflectors; tool kit; lug wrench and jack; booster cables; and a good spare tire.

An emergency car kit should contain: blankets or sleeping bags; a flashlight and extra batteries; matches/lighter and candles; hats, gloves, insulated footwear and winter coats, and a small first aid kit.

Food and water should be a part of your kit but should be brought with you during

each trip.

Stay Put if Your Vehicle Breaks Down

If stranded, stay in your vehicle. If you need to run the engine occasionally to keep warm, be sure to keep snow away from your exhaust pipe and open your window a crack to reduce the risk of carbon monoxide buildup.

Avoid Traveling if Weather is Threatening

Ask yourself “Is this trip really necessary?” If yes, check on

weather conditions along your travel route, inform someone of

your expected arrival time and your travel route. Fill your gas tank. Ensure

your cell phone is fully charged.




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Did you know? 911 calls are free of charge from any telephone in Ontario including pay telephones and cell phones.

911 is the emergency telephone number system in the Region of Peel which links callers to the appropriate emergency service - police, fire, or ambulance.

911 EMERGENCIES

December

When Should You Call 911?Call 911 when you need police, fire or ambulance services to respond immediately to a crime in progress, a fire, and/or a medical emergency.

Provide the following information to the 911 Emergency Communicator:

1. Identify who you need: police, fire or ambulance services

2. The address/location

3. The nature of the emergency

4. How did it happen?

5. When did it happen?

6. Your name and telephone number

Helpful Hints:•Teach everyone in your

family how to make emergency calls

• If you accidentally dial 911, stay on the line so the operator knows that help is not needed; otherwise, the operator will notify the police to investigate

•Have your address, phone number, and family emergency contact information by your phone

•Make sure your house number is clearly visible from the street




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Did you know? Parked vehicles can prevent snow removal crews from clearing the roads in a timely and efficient manner.

Vehicles obstructing snow removal operations are subject to a fine and may be towed at the owner’s expense.

Winter storms can include significant snowfall (10 cm or more), high winds, poor visibility, and extreme cold.

WINTER STORMS

January

In Southern Ontario, Winter Storms Can Be DangerousWhat to do when a Winter Storm Watch (potential for event) or Winter Storm Warning (event is imminent or occurring) has been issued:

•Listen to the radio or television for information or instructions

•Ensure you have a well stocked emergency kit, including a good supply of food

•Prepare for power outages

•Prepare your vehicle for winter driving conditions

•Stay indoors. If you must go outside, dress for the weather to avoid serious cold-related injuries

• If you must travel during a winter storm, do so during the day and let someone know your route and arrival time

• If the power fails during the winter, inside temperatures may drop quickly to levels that may be dangerous for some members of the community, including the elderly and infants

• If you are caught outside during a blizzard or ice storm, try to find shelter immediately




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Did you know? CPR helps maintain vital blood flow to the heart and brain,

and increases the amount of time that a defibrillator can be effective.

In an emergency, your family and your friends will likely be your first line of support. It is very important that each family member knows how to perform first aid and has

access to a well stocked first aid kit.

FIRST AID

February

Helpful Hints:•Take a first aid and CPR class

with your family from a local community college or first responder organization

•Purchase a household first aid kit for your home

•Keep a picture of each family member in your household first aid kit; on the back of each picture include their name, allergies, medical conditions, and a list of any medication they are taking

•Remember to include personal care supplies such as soap, and toilet paper in your household first aid kit

Below are some other items you may want to include in your household first aid kit:

•Pain relievers (e.g., acetaminophen)

•Anti-diarrhea medication

•Sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher)

•Antacid

•Personal medical supplies, including bandages

•Feminine hygiene supplies



2013

Did you know? Business Continuity Awareness Week is internationally recognized as a week to raise awareness of the

importance of preparing your business for emergencies and to build resilience within your organization.

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Business continuity involves having plans and procedures to prepare your organization for an emergency or major disruption

BUSINESS CONTINUITY

March

Every organization is at risk from potential hazards

•Severe weather/natural disasters (floods, winter storms, tornadoes)

•Health emergencies (pandemic influenza)

• Interruption of essential services (power, water, mail, public transit, communications)

•Damage/loss of facilities (fire, water damage, gas leaks)

•Computer failures (loss of data, cyber attacks)

•Labour issues (strikes, unsafe work environments)

•Proximity to railways and highways (chemical spills, transportation of dangerous goods)

•Loss of fuel

•Develop an emergency plan, detailing roles, re-sponsibilities and actions

•Prioritize critical functions (key people, technology, essential services) needed to continue operations

•Identify ways to proceed in case of loss of these key elements

•Ensure there is an emergency kit in the workplace

•Ensure all staff are aware of safety procedures

•Develop a business continuity plan

Business Continuity Awareness Week

How to prepare your business for a potential emergency




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April

Did you know? The Credit Valley Conservation Authority website, www.creditvalleycons.com, and the Toronto and Region

Conservation Authority website, www.trca.on.ca, offer an up-to-date status check of flood levels.

Floods can happen, without warning and are often triggered by melting snow and/or by heavy or sustained rainfall. They are extremely hazardous to drivers, pedestrians, and buildings.

FLOODS

In Your Home – if SAFE to do so, follow these helpful tips:

•Make sure basement windows are closed before flooding has started

• If the basement area has already begun to flood, DO NOT enter

•Keep your radio tuned to a local station

• If you need to evacuate your home, act immediately and do not return until authorities give you permission

•Upon returning, closely follow the authorities’ safety instructions for re-entering your home

•Keep back from fast moving water

On the Road

•Avoid driving in low-lying areas where flooding is known to happen

•Keep your radio tuned to a local station



National Volunteer Appreciation Week

2013

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS

MaySunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

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5 6 7 8World Red Cross Day

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Did you know? The international symbol for emergency preparedness contains

a triangle representing danger and a circle representing control.

Emergency Preparedness Week is an annual, national event that takes place during the first full week of May. It is an opportunity to encourage the public to prepare themselves,

their families, and their businesses for potential emergencies.

Objectives of Emergency Preparedness Week

•Raise awareness of risks in the community

• Inform the public on how to prepare for emergencies

•Lessen the impact and consequences of emergencies

•Further enhance the region and area municipalities as disaster resilient communities

You Can Plan for Emergencies!

•Keep emergency numbers handy

•Prepare a family emergency kit

•Develop a family emergency plan, with an escape plan

• Identify a family meeting place in case of separation

•Have a plan for persons with special needs and disabilities

•Check your insurance policy

•Make plans for pets and livestock



Emergency Preparedness Week National Pet Week

National Public Works Week Emergency Medical Services Week

National Police Week

2013

Did you know? The Region of Peel Public Works website, www.peelregion.ca/pw, offers information on a wide variety of topics and

services, from backyard composting and rain barrels to winter driving survival kits and what to do if you see a chemical spill.


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June

Public Works is an important part of everyday life in our neighbourhoods. During an emergency, Public Works staff play an important role in keeping

the community safe and running smoothly.

PUBLIC WORKS

Quick FactsSome of the services provided by Public Works are:

•Water treatment

•Wastewater treatment

•Road maintenance and repair

•Road de-icing and snow removal

•Garbage removal

•Environmental assessment

•Street sweeping

•Fence repairs

•Bridge cleaning and repair

•Street lights and traffic lights

•Transit



2013

TORNADOHot, humid weather combined with a cold front could indicate possible tornado activity.

A dark sky or green/yellow clouds are also indicators.

Did you know? Contrary to popular belief, areas near rivers and lakes are NOT safe zones during a tornado.


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July

Things to remember if a tornado is imminent:

•Move indoors as soon as possible

•Listen to the radio for updates

•At home, go to the basement or a small interior room

•Sit with your back to the wall, knees up, and head down

•Stay away from windows, outside walls, and doors

•At the office, move to a central hallway

•Stay away from open windows, trees or bridges, and wide-span roof buildings, gyms, auditoriums or malls

•Use stairways, not elevators

• If shelter is unavailable, lay face down in a ditch or culvert away from vehicles, or get as close to the ground as possible, protect your head and be cautious of flying debris



2013

Did you know?

SHELTER-IN-PLACEShelter-in-place is the practice of going or remaining indoors during the release of an

airborne hazardous material, as opposed to evacuating the area. Your building can protect you.

August

Did you know? Unless the airborne substance is flammable, such as natural gas, emergency response

professionals recommend you stay indoors until you receive instructions to leave.


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Here are some helpful tips to follow when a Shelter-In-Place Advisory is announced.

Do:

•Always follow directions from first responders and emergency officials

•Go indoors and stay there

•Close all windows and every door outside and inside the building

•Shut off all ventilation systems, furnace and air conditioner units and hot water heaters

•Turn on your radio and TV to a local station

Do Not:

•Use bathroom or kitchen vents

•Use fireplaces and dampers

•Operate clothes dryers

•Leave the building until told

Add Shelter-in-Place items to your Family Emergency Kit:

•Plastic to cover windows and vents

•Duct tape

•Towels for under the doors



2013

Did you know? For more information on assembling emergency kits visit

www.peelregion.ca/prep/pdf/EPGuide_final.pdf


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Create a seven-day kit that contains supplies to help sustain you and your family during an emergency.

SEVEN-DAY EMERGENCY KIT

September

Tips•Your emergency kit should be

kept in an easy-to-carry bag, a backpack or duffel bag

•Updating this kit every season is a great way to refresh yourself and your family of your emergency plan

•Assemble special emergency kits for your pets as well

•Your emergency kit should be stored in an accessible place, such as your hall closet. Every member of your family should know where the kit is kept

Family Emergency KitBasic items for the kit include:

•Water (four litres per person per day)

•Non-perishable foods, manual can opener

•First aid supplies, medication, child care items, toiletry kit

•Tools/emergency supplies, battery operated radio and flashlights, batteries

•Clothing, bedding

• Important documents, contact information, extra cash



2013

Making and practicing a family escape plan can save you and your family valuable time getting out of your home in an emergency.

Did you know? Practice your family escape plan at least twice a year with the entire family, especially children.

This teaches them how to react to emergency situations without scaring them.

FAMILY ESCAPE PLAN

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Tips•Develop a home fire escape

plan and discuss it with the entire family

• Install a working smoke alarm on every level, as well as outside of sleeping areas

•Show everyone two ways out of each room, if possible

•Check that all exits are unobstructed and easy to use

•Determine, in advance, who will be responsible for helping young children, older adults or anyone else that may need assistance

• Identify a meeting place outside, such as a tree or a lamp post, where everyone can be accounted for

• If caught in smoke, get low and go under the smoke to the nearest safe exit

•Call the fire department from outside the home, from a cell phone or a neighbour’s home

•Once out, stay out. Never re-enter a burning building

•Have a communication plan: make sure everyone knows the emergency numbers and your out-of-town contacts



Fire Prevention Week

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PERSONAL INFORMATIONPERSONAL CONTACTS AND DOCUMENTS

In an emergency, you may be separated from your family and friends. Planning how and where to contact each other will provide peace of mind if you are not together.

Did you know? “ICE” stands for “In Case of Emergency”. Adding this entry to your cell phone contacts enables first

responders access to your emergency contacts. www.iceforhelp.com


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TipsMake a list of important contact information to include in your emergency kit. Be sure that everyone in the home has a copy of your family’s list. Your contact list should include full names and phone numbers of the following:

•A local contact (family, friend or neighbour)

•Nearest relative

•Family work

•Family cell phone/pager

•Family out-of-area contact

•School and/or childcare provider

•Family medical

•Emergency meeting location(s)

Original copies of important papers and documents should be stored

in a safety deposit box outside the home. Copies should be

kept in your home where they are quickly accessible. Examples of important documents and contracts include: drivers licences, social insurance cards, passports, birth certificates, health cards, and other legal documentation.

Personal identification is the single most important form

of documentation. Personal identification can assist you in

acquiring replicates of other types of records.




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Did you know? For people who are visually and hearing impaired, use your finger to draw an “X”

on their back to let them know you are there to help during an emergency.

For those living with physical, visual, auditory, and/or other non-visible disabilities, emergency preparedness involves incorporating special accommodations into a

family emergency response plan.

SPECIAL NEEDS

December

Tips•Select a network of individuals

at work and at home who will be able to assist you during an emergency

•Prepare a list of any food or drug allergies you might have, and all the medications you are taking

•Label all of your special needs equipment and attach laminated instruction cards on how to use, retrieve and/or move during an emergency

•Carry a personal alarm that emits a loud noise to draw attention to your whereabouts

•MedicAlert is a comprehensive emergency medical information service, and can relay critical lifesaving information when needed. For more information, visit: www.medicalert.ca

•Have an emergency kit ready for you and your service animal

•Plan for transportation in case of an emergency

•Plan for shelter alternatives for you and your service animal



IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Tip: This page can be cut out and stored in your emergency kit for future reference.

Local Contact

Name: _____________________________Address: _______________________________________________________________Telephone:Day ________________________________Evening ____________________________

Children’s School(s) orChild Care Provider

Name: _____________________________Address: _______________________________________________________________Telephone: _________________________

Nearest Relative


Family Medical

Local Hospital: _________________________________________________________Family Physician: _______________________________________________________

Family Work Numbers

1. __________________________________2. __________________________________

Family Cell Phone Numbers

1. __________________________________2. __________________________________

Family Out-of-Area Contact


Emergency Reunion Locations

1. Outside your home:____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

2. Away from the neighbourhood, in case you cannot return home, meet at:Address: _______________________________________________________________Telephone: _________________________

3. Travel route to try first:________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBER: 911Call 911 when you need police, fire, or ambulance services to respond immediately to a crime in progress, fire, or medical emergency.

NON-EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATIONRegion of Peel

General 905.791.7800 Toll-free 1.888.919.7800

Local Municipalities

City of Brampton 905.874.2000 TTY (Teletype) 905.874.2130 Website www.brampton.ca

City of Mississauga 905.896.5000 TTY (Teletype) 905.896.5151 Website www.mississauga.ca

Town of Caledon 905.584.2272 Website www.caledon.ca

Fire and Emergency Services – General

Brampton 905.874.2700 Caledon 905.584.2272 Mississauga 905.615.3777

Peel Regional Police

General 905.453.3311

Ontario Provincial Police, Caledon Detachment

General 905.584.2241

Peel Regional Paramedic Services

General 905.791.7800 Toll-free 1.888.919.7800

Crime Stoppers

Tips 1.800.222.TIPS (1.800.222.8477)

Hazardous Spill Response

Peel Region Emergency Response Team (24-hour contact) 905.791.7800

Rail Safety

Canadian National Railway 1.888.888.5909 Canadian Pacific Railway 1.888.333.6370

Utilities

Bell Canada 905.310.2355 Brampton Hydro One 905.840.6300 Caledon Hydro One 1.888.664.9376 Mississauga Enersource 905.273.9050 Ontario Hydro 1.800.664.3377 Union Gas 1.888.774.3111 Enbridge Gas 1.866.763.5427

Other Important Numbers

Call Before You Dig! 1.800.400.2255 Environment Canada 416.661.0123 Telehealth Ontario 1.866.797.0000

PERSONAL RECORD OF IMPORTANT INFORMATION



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