Emergency Preparedness
Notice of Emergency
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What’s on this page?
Overview
In Lennox & Addington, we prioritize your safety. This page is your essential guide to understanding and preparing for emergencies, ensuring that every resident is equipped with the knowledge and resources to handle unexpected situations effectively.
As outlined in the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act, each community is responsible for its own Emergency Management program. The County has four distinct communities within its borders, called Lower Tier Municipalities, each with responsibility for the safety of its residents. As an Upper Tier Municipality, the County as a whole has the responsibility to support the Lower Tiers when requested, coordinate Emergency Response Plans, and provide a conduit to the Province should their assistance be needed.
Emergency Response Plan
The Emergency Response Plan (ERP) outlines how the County will respond to an emergency, who is responsible, and the chain of decision-making. The plan is reviewed and updated annually, and coordinated with our Lower Tier Municipalities.
The County’s Emergency Plan is available in an accessible format upon request. Please contact the Clerk’s department.
Emergency Management Ontario
Through effective leadership, Emergency Management Ontario will lead the coordination, development and implementation of prevention, mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery strategies to maximize the safety and security of all Ontarians.
Key Takeaway
Emergency preparedness is everyone's responsibility. By being better prepared we can all reduce the risks and consequences of a disaster.
Get in Touch During an Emergency
Emergency Preparedness
Emergency Survival Kit (72 hr Kit)
- Flashlight and batteries
- Radio and batteries or crank radio
- Spare batteries
- First-aid kit
- Candles and matches/lighter
- Extra car keys and cash
- Important papers (identification)
- Food and bottled water (2 litres/person/day)
- Clothing and footwear
- Blankets or sleeping bags
- Toilet paper and other personal items
- Medication
- Whistle (to attract attention, if needed)
- Playing cards, games
Weather Emergencies
Flood Emergencies - Keep Up-to-Date with Alerts
FAQs
During a large-scale emergency, there may be a period of time where help is not available for you or your family. It is important that each member of your household be self-reliant for a minimum of three-days. This takes pressure off responding agencies, and allows for resources to be allocated to the most serious problems knowing that residents are prepared and safe during the initial stages of the event.
Why is emergency preparedness important?
Being prepared for emergencies can help protect your family and community during unexpected events.
What resources are available for emergency preparedness?
We provide resources and information to help you create an emergency plan, assemble a kit, and stay informed during emergencies.
How can I help during an emergency?
If there is a need for volunteers, this will be requested at the time through official channels. Under normal circumstances, volunteers should not go to an emergency site or area unless requested. This helps to maintain safety and control of the emergency site and helps to make response efforts more efficient and effective.
I am an Amateur Radio Operator. How can I help?
We are currently developing an Amateur Radio component to our preparedness model. As soon as this option becomes available, there will be information added to this site on how to become part of this important resilience initiative.
