Page 24 - Perth County Emergency Preparedness Guide

Emergencies: Be Prepared

PET EMERGENCY KIT

Food, water, bowls, paper Copy of pet licence
towel, can opener Muzzle (if required)
Blanket and a small toy Medications and records

Leash (including vaccinations)
Cat litter (if required) and Record details of feeding
plastic bags schedules, medical or
Pet carrier for transportation behavioural problems
in case you must board
Current photo of your pet in your pets
case your pet gets lost

Up-to-date ID tag with your
contact number

Step 4 - Know What to Do During an Emergency

The key to responding effectively in an emergency is to be
prepared, remain calm, use common sense and follow the
directions issued by emergency authorities.

In an emergency you will be provided with information through
the media about the nature of the emergency, status of
the situation and instructions about what to do. Monitor
radio and television broadcasts for emergency information
and notifications. You could also be alerted by emergency
workers who come directly to your home or workplace.

If you need to wait out a disaster in your home, use the provisions
in your 72-hour emergency preparedness kit. Cook outside on a
barbeque or camp stove if there is no electricity. In cold weather you
may be able to use a fireplace or woodstove to heat your home.

DO NOT USE BARBEQUES, GAS STOVES OR PROPANE HEATERS INDOORS.

22 EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS GUIDE - ARE YOU READY?