Emergency
Preparedness

CONTENTS
EMO Municipal Plan
72 Hour Emergency Kit
Home Flood Protection
FireSmart Information
Hurricane Preparedness
Heat Warning Information
Climate Hazard Information

Emergency Reception Centre at Malpeque Hall

We’re happy to share that a new emergency reception centre is now available at Malpeque Hall to support our community during emergencies.  Residents of Baltic, Darnley, Hamilton, Indian River, Malpeque, Sea View and Spring Valley will have access to the centre.

The centre has had many updates including:

  • A commercial-sized propane generator for dependable backup power

  • Snow clearing to keep the site accessible

  • Fully insulated building with air exchange system

  • A TV and games for comfort during stays

  • New wheelchair ramp

  • First aid equipment and a new AED

  • Power bars and extension cords for charging personal devices

  • Updated electrical outlets

  • Updated water heater

  • Kitchen facilities available

We look forward to welcoming residents to learn more. Please check our website for details about an upcoming open house (date to be confirmed).  Some great door prizes will be available.  

Thank you for helping us keep our community safe and prepared.  If you would like to be a volunteer during an emergency please email us with your contact information.

Municipal Emergency Plan

   Please click here to view the Rural Municipality’s Emergency Management Plan created in consultation with the Provincial Government through the PEI Emergency Measures Organization.

72 Hour Emergency Kit

   Download a list of suggestions to prepare a 72 Hour Emergency Kit. Visit this Government of Canada page for more emergency preparedness ideas.

Home Flood Protection


   The PEI Flood Guide: A Resource for Local Land Use Planning provides necessary information to decision-makers about flood risk in Prince Edward Island. This Guide describes coastal and inland flood risks, provides guidance for creating flood policy and reviewing development applications, and introduces tools that can be used to help set land use policies. It provides answers to questions such as:

  • What type of flood risks does PEI experience?

  • How can land use planning reduce flood risks?

  • What tools and resources are available to help us learn about flood risk and adaptive options?

  • How do I access and use these tools?

  • How can we reduce flood risk in our communities?

  • What recommendations are there for processing development applications in flood hazard areas?

  • How do I interpret flood hazard data?

  • What legislation has implications to flood risk planning?

To download a copy of the Guide, please see PEI Flood Guide.

For more information, or to request a free paper copy, please contact ClimateAdaptation@gov.pe.ca.

FireSmart Information


   Please check out this provincial government resource for any and all fire-related information:

    www.princeedwardisland.ca/fireinformation  

  • bringing in or tying down furniture, play equipment, barbeques or anything that can become projectiles in the event of high winds;

  • ensuring you have fuel for generators and vehicles, as well as propane for outdoor cooking devices such as barbeques;

  • replacing batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide alarms; and 

  • keeping up with the latest information from reliable sources such as following PEI Government, local media, and law enforcement social media channels.

For more information, please visit: How to be Prepared for an Emergency, or to find a reception centre in your area: Reception Centre Map.

Hurricane Preparedness


   Heavy rain, sustained winds, storm surge, flooding, and power outages are all things that can be expected during a hurricane or tropical storm.

The Provincial Emergency Management Organization (EMO) wants to remind everyone that hurricane season is underway, and the best response to these events is proper emergency planning. 

Helpful reminders when planning for an emergency include:

  • making a household emergency plan to help everyone know what to do in case of emergency;

  • updating your preparedness kits, including extra food, pet supplies, water, masks and hygiene products;

Heat Wave Information


   Last summer, Scout Environmental launched the "Stay Cool, PEI" campaign with funding from the Government of PEI's Climate Challenge Fund. This campaign raised awareness and provided people with helpful information to prepare for extreme heat events. 

   The digital guide is a free, interactive guide that offers practical tips on recognizing heat-related illnesses and preparing for extreme heat at home and in the community. The digital guide can be found here.

Climate Hazard Information


   The PEI Climate Hazard & Risk Information System (CHRIS) is an interactive map portal that you can browse to visualize different climate hazards that affect PEI’s communities and properties.