With heat warnings in effect and dry conditions increasing the risk of wildfires heading into the B.C. Day long weekend, the province is urging everyone to stay prepared. BC Care Providers Association’s (BCCPA) Emergency Preparedness Resources Database can support you and your organization in safeguarding the well-being of residents and staff during an emergency.
This resource list includes:
- Key contact information
- A relocation toolkit
- Equipment lists
- A family helpline
- Situational awareness apps
- Temporary emergency registration processes for healthcare workers
- Worker health and safety resources
Also included is the Sending Site List, where sites are requested to pre-emptively complete. This list includes all residents/clients who may need to be evacuated, along with their pertinent mobility and clinical information. For further information and instructions on completing the list, see here.
Access the emergency preparedness resources here and check out our tips on ensuring the safety of seniors during extreme temperatures here.
More Information
B.C. Wildfire Service information and updates
DriveBC: Up-to-date information about road conditions
EmergencyInfoBC: Active Heat Warnings in B.C. and other resources
