During emergency situations, citizens must cope with the first 72 hours without electricity.

Therefore, it is essential to have an emergency kit on hand, providing the means to drink, eat, stay informed, light temporarily, and stay warm.
(Example: Red Cross emergency kit - www.croixrouge.ca/emergencies-kit)

It is also important to prepare an evacuation plan and identify individuals with whom one can seek refuge in the event of a prolonged power outage

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If your life or that of another person is in danger, dial 911 for police, fire and/or ambulance assistance.

(Photo Credit: Canadiane Red Cross)