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PreparedBC

@PreparedBC

We're here to help you prepare for emergencies in British Columbia. Follow @EmergencyInfoBC for emergency info. Collection Notice: news.gov.bc.ca/23589

British Columbia, Canada

Joined January 2013

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Today is the final #FIFAWorldCup match in #BC ⚽️ It's been an exciting journey! As the tournament comes to a close, it's a great reminder that preparedness is a year-round team effort. Learn more to get prepared: PreparedBC.ca
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Jul 6
Know where to find support if evacuated ✔️ #EmergencySupportServices provides accommodation, food & other supports for evacuees who need them most. Create your ESS profile today to be prepared: ess.gov.bc.ca
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Jul 3
#BCwildfires are more common during the summer when temperatures rise. Be part of the solution by following all fire bans and restrictions: BCWildfire.ca ✔️ Report wildfires to *5555 or 1-800-663-5555 👈 Learn more: PreparedBC.ca/Wildfires
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Jul 2
Every #FIFAWorldCup team plans their game differently ⚽️ Similarly, every individual’s emergency plan looks different ✔️ Make a plan that works for you! Learn more: PreparedBC.ca/EmergencyPlan
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Jul 1
Travel safely this Canada Day by knowing where to find important info while on the road or at a #FIFAWorldCup event: @DriveBC @EmergencyInfoBC Weather.gc.ca for weather info BCWildfire.ca for wildfire info PreparedBC.ca for preparedness
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Jun 30
Traveling this Canada Day for #FIFAWorldCup or other festivities? ⚽️ Pack an emergency kit in your vehicle: PreparedBC.ca/EmergencyKit ✔️ Visit BCWildfire.ca for fire bans & info 🔥 Plan your route with @DriveBC ✔️ Visit EmergencyInfoBC.ca for emergency info✔️
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Jun 29
Camping this summer? Remember: Campfires can’t be larger than 0.5 metres high by 0.5 metres wide ✔️ Keep a shovel or 8L of water to extinguish your fire ✔️ Check current fire bans: ow.ly/YCyb50Zgqjk Never leave a campfire unattended! PreparedBC.ca/Wildfires
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Jun 28
Today is National Insurance Awareness Day! Insurance is one of the best ways to protect yourself & your loved ones in the event of an emergency ✔️ Most insurance policies also cover evacuation-related living expenses ✔️ Learn more & find coverage: PreparedBC.ca/Insurance
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Jun 26
#BCwildfires are more common during the summer when temperatures rise. Be part of the solution by following all fire bans and restrictions: bcwildfire.ca ✔️ Report wildfires to *5555 or 1-800-663-5555 👈 Learn more: PreparedBC.ca/wildfires
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Jun 26
What do a #FIFAWorldCup match & preparedness have in common? They both need a game plan ⚽ An emergency plan helps you & the people you live with know what to do in an emergency ✔️ Create your personalized emergency plan today: PreparedBC.ca/EmergencyPlan
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Jun 25
Recent international earthquakes remind us that #BC is also seismically active. If you feel the ground shake or receive an Earthquake Early Warning: Drop, Cover & Hold On ✔️ When the shaking stops, count to 60 before getting up, then go to high ground. PreparedBC.ca/Earthquakes
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Jun 25
Attending a #FIFAWorldCup event? ⚽ Large crowds can be overwhelming & it’s easy to get separated from your loved ones Plan ahead by identifying emergency meeting places, such as an event entrance & a nearby transit stop 📍 Learn more: PreparedBC.ca/EmergencyPlan
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Jun 23
You may need Emergency Support Services during an emergency, such as #BCWildfires ✔️ Create a profile in advance: Step 1: Visit ess.gov.bc.ca Step 2: Click 'Create Profile' Step 3: Follow the BC Services Card login & registration instructions
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