Emergency Management

Emergency Plan

The Township of South Glengarry has a Municipal Emergency Response Plan. The Emergency Plan is designed to ensure the coordination of Township resources to assist municipal, private and volunteer services in the event of an emergency situation.

Emergency Management Ontario

While Ontario is a safe place to live and work, emergencies can happen anywhere at any time. Emergency Management Ontario coordinates a system of mutually supportive partnerships that manages emergencies in Ontario. 

• Emergency Management Ontario Website

Emergency Preparedness

Before an emergency happens, it's important to make sure you have a plan in place for your household. When preparing for emergencies, things you should consider include:

• Developing an emergency plan for your household.
• Building an emergency kit.
• How to stay informed if an emergency occurs.

To learn how you can prepare for an emergency, visit: https://www.ontario.ca/page/be-prepared-emergency

Types of Emergencies

In Ontario, there are a number of different types of emergencies that you should be prepared for. Some of these emergencies include:

• Earthquakes
  • Did you know? The Township of South Glengarry has been selected by Natural Resources Canada to host an Earthquake Early Warning system as an at-risk region in Canada. Learn more about the National Earthquake Early Warning System here.
• Extreme Heat
• Floods
• Infectious Disease
• Tornados
• ... and more! 

Learn about different emergencies and how to be prepared.