Your Emergency Preparedness Guide
72 Hours – Is your family prepared?
- Know the risks
- Make a plan
- Get a kit
- Get Prepared
Putting an Emergency Kit Together
Basic supplies will be needed if an emergency occurs. For example, you may be without power or water. It is important that everyone is able to be self-sufficient for a minimum of 72 hours. Everyone in your household should know where it is located in the home. It should also be easy to carry in case there is an evacuation.
Contents of your emergency kit should include items such as:
- Water
- Non-perishable food
- Manual can opener
- Windup or battery operated flashlight
- Windup or battery operated radio
- First aid kit
- Small amount of cash (including change for payphones)
- A copy of your emergency plan
- Prescription medication (if applicable)
- Baby formula (if applicable)
- Pet items (if applicable)
- Get an Emergency Kit Started(click for a more comprehensive list)
Managing Emergencies
For Agricultural Emergencies
The Agricultural Knowledge Centre (AKC) in Moose Jaw is the primary contact point for agricultural emergencies. Emergencies such as stranded cattle, flooded calving pens, accessing livestock feed and animal health issues are real possibilities. Also, there are possible concerns for flooded pasture and crop lands after the emergency subsides. Please contact the AKC toll free at 1‑866‑457‑2377.
For Non-Agricultural Emergencies
Please contact your local Rural Municipality office at 306-763-2469 or email rm461.lisa@sasktel.net for non-agricultural emergencies, such as flooded basements.
Flood Hazards
Need a checklist of what to do for electrical and gas safety before, during and after a flood?
Electrical and Gas Safety Before, During and After a Flood
Did you know an electrical permit is required when installing a portable generator for your home or farm? For operating, wiring and transfer-switch information:
Portable Generators for Home and Farm Use
For a more detailed outline of what to do before, during and after a flood:
Safety Information – Flood Hazards
Spring Ice
Be safe around ice this spring. Consider the following:
- Rotting ice begins to look grey and splotchy;
- Beware: ice can erode from the bottom up with no obvious warning signs on top;
- Melting upstream can create run-off that weakens river ice;
- Ice near shore will melt more quickly;
- Saline water run-off from roads and melting snow dumps can create “hot spots” that weaken the ice;
- Bridge columns, tree stumps, rocks and docks absorb heat from the sun, causing ice around them to melt;
- Beware of snow covered ice. Snow can also hide the danger signs of weak ice;
- The ice may look solid – but beware;
- Because of the way ice melts, the ice will dramatically weaken even as it retains much of its original thickness; and
- Cold water is life threatening. In cold water the temperature of your heart, brain, and other vital organs drops, leading to a loss of consciousness and drowning. It can also cause heart failure.
Remember – when dealing with someone who has fallen through the ice:
- Call 9-1-1 first!
- Be careful; you can fall through the ice too.
- Anyone on or near the weak ice should slowly lie down.
- Use a long reaching assist, i.e. rope, stick or ladder.
- Tell the person to kick and slowly ease out of the water.
- Have them crawl or roll away from the broken ice.
- Make sure you are both far enough away from the hole before you stand up.
- Help them into dry clothes and treat for hypothermia.
Environment Canada – Saskatchewan Weather