If English is not your first language or you have family or friends and you need to call 911 in the event of an emergency, E-Comm has access to a 24-hour interpretation service that can be connected to in less than a minute. Interpreters are available in 170 languages.The most helpful thing you can teach … Continue reading 911 Interpreter Services – 170 Languages Offered
Author: Bettina Falloon
Its Hot Out There! Heat Wave!
Do you know how to spot the difference between heat cramps, heat stroke, and heat exhaustion? Read the safety tips below to find out how to keep cool this summer as the temperature rises. Anyone can experience heat stress. The health risks are greatest for those over the age of 65, infants and young children, … Continue reading Its Hot Out There! Heat Wave!
Water Safety Week – June 7-14, 2014
Get ready for summer fun in and around the many lakes and rivers in our area or near the many beaches by the ocean! Useful tips and information to be prepared for summer water safety: Water Safety Tips
20 Day Emergency Preparedness Challenge: Step #20 FINAL DAY!
The 20 Day Emergency Preparedness Challenge: Step#20 - FINAL DAY As the Final Day of the Emergency Preparedness Challenge - we want to see your Emergency Kits! Submit a photo(s) to "the Village of Pemberton" FaceBook page. Check you insurance policy and make records of your possessions. Place important documents such as wills, passports, insurance papers, … Continue reading 20 Day Emergency Preparedness Challenge: Step #20 FINAL DAY!
20 Day Emergency Preparedness Challenge: Step #19
The 20 Day Emergency Preparedness Challenge: Step#19 Keep a leash or pet carrier near your emergency kit and add three-day supply of pet food. Post photos of your challenge progress to "the Village of Pemberton" FaceBook page. The Village of Pemberton and SLRD Emergency Management programs are challenging all residents to a 20 Day Preparedness Challenge. Beginning … Continue reading 20 Day Emergency Preparedness Challenge: Step #19
20 Day Emergency Preparedness Challenge: Step #18
The 20 Day Emergency Preparedness Challenge: Step#18 Add a pocket knife (Swiss army style), cutlery, a whistler and spare set of house and car keys to your kit . Post photos of your challenge progress to "the Village of Pemberton" FaceBook page. The Village of Pemberton and SLRD Emergency Management programs are challenging all residents to … Continue reading 20 Day Emergency Preparedness Challenge: Step #18
20 Day Emergency Preparedness Challenge: Step #17
The 20 Day Emergency Preparedness Challenge: Step#17 Add some freeze-dried or foil pouch food products such as meats, soups, vegetables and stews to your emergency kit. Add evaporated or powdered milk and cereal to your kits. Post photos of your challenge progress to "the Village of Pemberton" FaceBook page. The Village of Pemberton and SLRD Emergency … Continue reading 20 Day Emergency Preparedness Challenge: Step #17
20 Day Emergency Preparedness Challenge: Step #16
Get a large bucket with tight-fitting lid to use as a toilet, and put it with your kits. Store tools in it, such as an axe, folding shovel and rope. Post photos of your challenge progress to "the Village of Pemberton" FaceBook page. The Village of Pemberton and SLRD Emergency Management programs are challenging all residents … Continue reading 20 Day Emergency Preparedness Challenge: Step #16
20 Day Emergency Preparedness Challenge: Step #15
The 20 Day Emergency Preparedness Challenge: Step#15 Add personal toiletries (e.g. toilet paper, handy wipes, soap, detergent, toothbrush, toothpaste, comb, sanitary supplies) to your emergency kit. Post photos of your challenge progress to "the Village of Pemberton" FaceBook page. The Village of Pemberton and SLRD Emergency Management programs are challenging all residents to a 20 Day Preparedness … Continue reading 20 Day Emergency Preparedness Challenge: Step #15
20 Day Emergency Preparedness Challenge: Step #14
The 20 Day Emergency Preparedness Challenge: Step#14 Add a change of clothing for each family member to your emergency kit. Be sure to include warm clothing, heavy work gloves and sturdy shoes. Add sleeping bags or blankets to your kits. Post photos of your challenge progress to "the Village of Pemberton" FaceBook page. The Village of … Continue reading 20 Day Emergency Preparedness Challenge: Step #14
The Wellness Almanac 