If an emergency happens in our community, it may take first responders some time to get to you as they help those in desperate need. By taking a few simple steps today, we can all become better prepared to face a range of emergencies – anytime, anywhere and to cope on our own for at least the first 72 hours of an emergency.

St. John Ambulance plays a vital role in the critical areas of emergency preparedness and response across Canada. When a natural or human disaster strikes, St. John Ambulance volunteer Medical First Responders are there with advanced first aid and life-saving skills, experience and leadership. 

	Know the risks. Knowing the risks specific to our community and our region can help us better prepare.
	Make a plan. Practice what to do in different emergency situations.
	Have a Kit During an emergency, we will all need some basic supplies to tied us over until power is restored or emergency help has arrived. Every family should have a Three Day (72 hour) survival kit ready to go incase of disaster.

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