Emergencies can happen without warning. Preparing ahead helps you protect your family, property, and community. The Town of Magrath provides guidance and resources to help residents stay safe during emergencies such as floods, wildfires, extreme weather, and utility disruptions.
Emergency Alerts
How to Stay Up to Date During an Emergency
During an emergency, all official Town of Magrath updates will be posted on the Town website, with the most current information available on the homepage: https://magrath.ca/
Alberta Emergency Alerts and Important Notices
The Government of Alberta provides province-wide alerts and notices to keep residents informed about emergencies, severe weather warnings, fire bans, and road closures through Alberta Emergency Management Agency. Residents are strongly encouraged to download the Alberta Emergency Alert mobile app to receive real-time notifications. The app is available on the Apple Inc. App Store and the Google LLC Play Store. You can also follow official updates through the Alberta Emergency Alert Facebook page.
Telmatik Emergency Notification Service
Residents may also sign up for the Town’s Telmatik notification service to receive local emergency updates directly by phone, text message, or email. Register here: Telmatik Page
You sign up for the telmatik service as well here to revive emergency updates here
Create an Emergency Plan
Disasters and emergencies often cause confusion and distress. An emergency plan can help you cope with the stress of these situations. Get started by using Public Safety Canada’s emergency plan template that can be printed and stored with your emergency supplies.What to consider
what your household needs to shelter in place safely
what your household needs to evacuate safely
how your household will communicate or reunite if an emergency occurs while separated
how your household can build financial resiliency over time to prepare for the unexpected
how to prepare your pets, farm animals and livestock for an emergency
how to prepare for after an emergency
Who to consider
An emergency plan should consider the unique needs of your household, the people in it and all extra measures required during an emergency.
Older adults can be especially vulnerable to emergencies. Some contributing factors to increased vulnerability include mobility limitations, decreased physical strength and sensory awareness. It is essential for older adults and caregivers to have an emergency plan.
Unexpected situations can happen every day. Being prepared by having supplies is one thing you can do to help your household be able to better manage disruptions whether they are big or small. Being prepared means you know what to do, where to go and you have supplies to properly respond to emergencies and disasters. By taking simple steps towards becoming more prepared, you can better navigate disruptions when they occur so you can get back to your life and work sooner. When we are prepared to take care of our needs for a minimum of 72 hours, it allows first responders and all levels of government to focus on managing the crisis and helping those who need it most.
Recommended supplies for emergency kits (72 hour Kit)
Food
Snacks like granola or energy bars, dried fruit or trail mix
Water
Minimum 72 hour supply of water and electrolytes
Medical Supplies
Adequate supply of any prescription drugs, such as heart medication, insulin for people with diabetes, and inhalers for people with asthma
Over the counter medications such as pain relievers, cold medications, digestive aids, and anti-nausea
Essential medical equipment with backup power
Glasses and/or extra contact lenses and solution
Important/Critical Record
Have a copy of all personal documents in a protective, sealable bag
Include identification, birth certificates, passports, citizenship papers, Social Insurance Numbers, emergency contact list, critical medical records, and prescriptions
First Aid Kit
Gauze, bandages, tape, and antibacterial ointment
Antiseptic wipes and protective gloves
Sanitation Supplies
Hand sanitizer and wipes
Non-medical masks
Personal hygiene products
Trash bags
Other
Enough emergency cash to cover up to 72 hours of incidental expenses
A multi-tool
Books and portable toys and games
Electronics with a vehicle charger
Extra blankets
Battery-powered or crank radio and flashlight
Candles and matches or lighter
You can also buy prepackaged basic kits, including vehicle and pet kits. Pre-purchased kits will need to be personalized for your specific needs.
For more information on emergency preparedness and additional steps you can take to protect yourself and your family, please review the following resources.
