May 6-12, 2012 is National Emergency Preparedness Week and while the City of Steinbach is taking the opportunity to promote and encourage emergency preparedness among its residents, the City’s Emergency Coordinator, Denis Vassart, is quick to point out that this is an important issue that should be taken seriously year-round.
“Emergency preparedness is something every family should be practicing in their home,” said Vassart. “This includes things like purchasing a weather radio, planning a fire evacuation route, and packing a 72-hour emergency kit.”
Vassart points to excellent sources of information available via the City’s website, steinbach.ca, which provides emergency planning brochures and documents, as well as links to other federal emergency preparedness websites.
“Citizens can not only access information and brochures that will help them prepare for different emergency situations, but they can also educate themselves on the City’s emergency plans.”
“It is important for our families to prepare as best we can for any emergency situation,” said Mayor Chris Goertzen. “As the City’s Emergency Coordinator, Denis Vassart has done an excellent job of providing Council and Steinbach residents with emergency preparedness information. I strongly encourage the public to educate themselves and utilize the preparedness information provided on the City’s website.”
