The Regional District of Central Okanagan is inviting residents and businesses to participate in the Community Readiness Public Engagement initiative.
From April 15 to May 12, 2024, we invite residents and businesses across the Central Okanagan to get involved. Your input will help inform our emergency response plans and enhance the safety of our communities.
“With the increasing occurrence of natural disasters such as flooding, debris flows, drought, wildfires, and extreme weather, being prepared for emergencies is more important than ever,” says Sandra Follack, Emergency Manager for the Regional Emergency Management Program. “Understanding how residents prepare for emergencies and their preferred channels for receiving critical information during such situations is crucial for effective disaster management."
How would you:
- Sustain your household for 3-7 days without electricity or tap water?
- Cope if you had to evacuate your home on short-notice?
- Contact your family and receive information during an emergency?
- Sign up for emergency support services?
Share your thoughts.
- Compete a short questionnaire – take just 10 minutes to inform us about your level of preparedness and enter for a draw for an emergency kit valued at $170.00.
- Share an idea – do you have suggestions for emergency preparedness? We're all ears.
- Contribute a story – tell us how neighbours have helped neighbours in times of need.
- Ask an Expert series—submit your questions on topics related to post-wildfire hazards, FireSmart activities, and general emergency preparedness from April 15 - 26, 2024, and get expert advice during Emergency Preparedness Week from May 5 - 11, 2024.
The regional team will be available in-person at the following events:
- Westbank First Nation Gymnasium: April 16, 4 p.m. 7 p.m.
- Ellison Heritage Community Centre: May 6, 4 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
- Killiney Beach Community Hall: May 7, 4 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
- Joe Rich Community Hall: May 8, 4 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Staff will attend to answer questions and provide information on emergency preparedness.
Printed copies of the questionnaire can be picked up throughout the Central Okanagan at:
- Fire Departments located in the Electoral Areas (Ellison, Joe Rich, North Westside and Wilson’s Landing)
- Fire Station No. 1 located at 2255 Enterprise Way in Kelowna
- EECO Centre located at Mission Creek Regional Park
- RDCO office at 1450 KLO Road
- And in Lake Country at Municipal Hall located at 10150 Bottom Wood Lake Rd.
For printed copies mailed directly to your home call 250-469-6193.
Completed questionnaires must be received by May 31, 2024, at the RDCO office at 1450 KLO Road, Kelowna and marked to the attention of the Communications Department.
For more information and to share your feedback, visit yoursay.rdco.com