Tuesday’s deadly earthquake in New Zealand should remind Canadians to be prepared. Although we have national building code standards and our buildings should fare better, Canadians should expect to be independent for at least 72 hours.
Last month, thousands of people across British Columbia particpated in the Great British Columbia Shakeout – this province wide drill was intended to encourage people to practice what to do in the event of an earthquake.
Ensure that you have an out of town contact and that you keep cash on hand. Remember, communication systems will be interuppted and credit cards and debit cards could be rendered useless.
Homeowners should prepare to be without assistance for at least 72 hours and assemble supplies such as emergency food, water and shelter.