Hastings County EM

Today is the final day of Emergency Preparedness Week (May 3–9). Preparedness is an ongoing effort — even small steps like making a plan, building a kit, and staying informed help keep families and communities safer. 📘 Emergency Preparedness Guide: online.flippingbook.com/view/260802397/

EP Week – Friday: Preparedness for Seniors Planning ahead for medications, mobility needs, power outages, and support networks can help reduce risk during emergencies. ▶️ Watch: youtu.be/wos4OfSROC8 #PreparedTogether

EP Week – Thursday: Stay Informed Alert Ready is Canada’s national public alerting system, delivering life‑saving alerts through TV, radio, and compatible mobile devices. When you receive an alert: Stop. Listen. Act. ▶️ Learn more: alertready.ca #PreparedTogether

EP Week – Wednesday: Build a Kit Being prepared means having enough basic supplies to remain self‑sufficient for at least 72 hours. You don’t need to do it all at once — start with the basics and build over time. ▶️ Watch: youtube.com/watch?v=2PwGMS… #PreparedTogether

UPDATE: Ontario has postponed its participation in the @AlertReady test on May 6, 2026 & rescheduled it to May 7, 2026. The test message will be distributed over TV, radio & compatible wireless devices. It will occur at 1:55 PM EDT. Visit alertready.ca for more info.

EP Week – Tuesday: Know Your Risks Power outages, extreme weather, flooding, and health emergencies can affect Hastings County. Knowing local risks helps you prepare and reduce impact. #PreparedTogether @HastingsCounty1 @HQPSParamedics youtu.be/ze37v9W0iSg?si…

🚨 This week is Emergency Preparedness Week! 🚨 Are you ready for the unexpected? Having an emergency kit on hand can make all the difference during a power outage, severe storm or other emergency. Your kit should include enough supplies to support you and your household for at least 72 hours. Here are some essentials to include: 🩹 First aid kit 🥫 Non-perishable food 💧 Bottled water 🔦 Flashlight and extra batteries 🔋 Phone charger and power banks 💊 Medications and personal hygiene items 🧤 Extra clothing and blankets 📄 Copies of important documents 🃏 Games and small books Taking a few simple steps now can help keep you and your family safe when it matters most. Learn more about how you can stay prepared: Belleville.ca/EmergencyPrepa…

@PreparedON Strong provincial leadership is complemented by local action. Municipal emergency management programs work year‑round to help communities prepare, respond, and recover. #PreparedTogether #EPWeek

Happy Emergency Preparedness Week! When we are #PreparedTogether, we #ProtectOntario! Watch Minister Dunlop’s message to kick off #EPWeek2026! A descriptive transcript for this video is available by visiting the following link: transcript.ontarionewsroom.com/transcript/en/…

County staff stopped by today’s Emergency Preparedness drop‑in to learn more about emergency preparedness. Small steps today help build safer, more resilient communities. #PreparedTogether #EPWeek @HastingsCounty1

Building resilient communities starts with being #PreparedTogether! That’s why we’re investing more than $6.5 million to ensure Ontario Corps partners are ready to #ProtectOntario when emergencies happen. Learn more: news.ontario.ca/en/release/100… #EPWeek2026

EP Week – Monday: Make a Plan Knowing how you’ll reconnect with family, where you’ll meet if separated, and who to contact outside your area can reduce stress during an emergency. ▶️ Make a plan (Video) canada.ca/en/services/po… #PreparedTogether

Emergency Preparedness (EP) Week is here (May 3–9). This year’s theme is Prepared Together — because preparedness works best when individuals, families, and communities plan ahead and support one another. 👉 Hastings County Emergency Preparedness Guide: online.flippingbook.com/view/260802397/

A late post as we recognize the brave HQPS Penguin Plungers who rallied after ice conditions changed the event date. Over $20K raised by participants in support of Special Olympics Ontario hosted @BLVLPolice. Great job everyone! @HastingsCounty1

Thank you to all first responders across Ontario who show up every day to protect and support our communities. Your dedication and professionalism do not go unnoticed. #FirstRespondersDay

On #FirstRespondersDay, we’re celebrating the everyday heroes who go the extra mile to #ProtectOntario. First responders always show up, supporting communities when and where it matters. Thank you for your hard work and dedication!

The CVCA issues a Flood Watch effective immediatley crowevalley.com/crowe-valley-c…

Prince Edward County Fire & Rescue (PECFR) is restricting all burning in the municipality effective Wednesday, April 1 at midnight. 🔥The burn ban restricts all fires including campfires, burn barrels, chimeneas, brush piles and yard waste. 🚫All burn permits have been placed under restriction, and the electronic system will not permit anyone to activate their permit for burning. 🚒The restriction is due to the following: ➡️Dormant grass dries quickly following a rain event and is easily ignited resulting in the rapid spread of fire. ➡️Spring conditions including soft ground, mud and flooded surfaces interfere with the operation of fire apparatus when leaving a paved or gravel surface. A delayed response provides more time for fire to spread beyond the area of origin and may ignite other objects or structures. 🚒Fire administration will continue to regularly monitor conditions and will adjust burning restrictions as conditions improve. 📞Any questions regarding the burn ban may be directed to PECFR by calling 613.476.2345. 💻The burn ban status can be viewed live by visiting the following website: pec.burnpermits.com Read the notice: thecounty.ca/county_news_no…

Media Release: QUINTE CONSERVATION EXTENDS FLOOD OUTLOOK STATEMENT DUE TO ANTICIPATED LARGE AMOUNTS OF RAINFALL ON MELTING SNOW Read more: bit.ly/3NUN4NN

We’re investing $5M to ensure local emergency resilience and #ProtectOntario. This year, the Community Emergency Preparedness Grant is helping 115 communities and organizations purchase emergency supplies, equipment, and services. Learn more: news.ontario.ca/en/release/100…