Flood Planning

Here are some tips for what you should do to plan for a flood:

• Know if you live in a flood-risk area
• Prepare personal emergency supply kits for your home, car and work (plan for at least a three-day supply of food and water for each family member).
• Have a grab-and-go kit ready if you have to leave your home quickly.
• Keep important papers in watertight containers and have a record of your valuables in a safe place.
• If flooding is likely in your area, listen to local media reports for information.
• Watch for warning signs: increased height and intensity of water flows, mudslides, debris in creeks, colour changes in water or leaning trees.
• Consider arrangements for your pets and any livestock
• Check on elderly or disabled neighbours to ensure that they are aware of the flood threat.
• Visit the Provincial Emergency Program website and your local community website for personal emergency preparedness information.

More resources

Disinfecting a Well After Flooding

Food Premises

Home Owners

Licensed Child Care Facilities

Licensed Residential Care Facilities

On-Site Sewage Disposal Systems

Personal Service Establishments

Private Drinking Water Supplies

Protect Yourself Against Disease and Injury When Working in Flood Affected Areas

Swimming Pools and Hot Tubs