If you are on the water and see bad weather approaching, head for shore immediately.

Always check the weather forecast before heading out on the water.

Radio and television stations will also broadcast Environment Canada weather statements. When a severe storm is on the horizon, Environment Canada will issue weather warnings through the Weatheroffice website, automated telephone information lines and its “Weatheradio” service.Trim dead branches and cut down dead trees to reduce the danger of these falling onto your house during a storm.To find out what the hazards are in your region, visit the ‘Know the risks' section of the GetPrepared.ca website.

To get prepared for a storm, you should know the risks specific to your community and your region to help you better prepare. After reading this guide, keep it in a handy spot, such as in your emergency kit. Planning for a storm will also help prepare you for many other types of emergencies. Get an emergency kit, so that you and your family can be self-sufficient for at least 72 hours during a severe storm.Make a family emergency plan, so that everyone knows what to do, and where to go in case of an emergency.Find out about the risks and the type of storms in your region.You can greatly lessen the impact of a severe storm by taking the time to prepare in advance. Everyone has a responsibility to protect their homes and their families. Keep a battery-powered or crank radio on hand as power outages can be frequent during severe storms. When one strikes, visit Environment Canada's Weather office website and listen to the local media for severe weather warnings and advice. These severe storms occur in all regions of Canada and in all seasons. Thunderstorms, hail, blizzards, ice storms, hurricanes, storm surges, tornadoes and heavy rain can develop quickly and threaten life and property. © Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada 2010 Introduction Please note: Publications are not available in regular print format. John Ambulance.Īn electronic version of this brochure is available at GetPrepared.ca. This publication was produced by Public Safety Canada inĬollaboration with: The Canadian Red Cross, EnvironmentĬanada, Natural Resources Canada, and St. Step 1: Know the risks and get prepared.

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