Navigation

All Article Topics

FAQ Topics

Web Links

Image Galleries

-->>News / International News / Canadian Red Cross: New Website Launched to Help Plug Gaps in Canada's Disaster Response Capacity

Canadian Red Cross: New Website Launched to Help Plug Gaps in Canada's Disaster Response Capacity

By andbreit - Posted on 06 March 2009

updated 8:23 a.m. PT, Fri., March. 6, 2009 OTTAWA, ONTARIO - In response to dire predictions of more natural disasters and research showing gaps in Canada's disaster response capacity, a group of concerned voluntary sector and emergency management organizations have launched a website to help boost the levels of disaster preparedness across Canada. Read more: http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/29549998/
Tags


Community Info: There will be an emergency exercise at the Bellingham Airport on September 24, 2011 for Community Emergency Response Team members who are willing to participate. This exercise involves many emergency departments in Bellingham and is a great way to participae and learn first hand the overall rescue process. For more information or to enroll, contact Andrew 945-1801.

September Tip: Remember, in any emergency or disaster, communication between family members is important and sometimes difficult. Experts suggest having an out-of-state relative or friend as a central point for all family members to connect with and leave messages. This will enable members to contact someone who is not affected by the emergency. Stay connected to stay safe.

Search the Web