Campaspe Shire Council has launched a new initiative about how residents should respond within the first 72 hours of an emergency.
The First 72 Hours aims to bolster community resilience in the face of natural disasters by providing tools for residents to create an emergency plan that can be used to respond to fires, floods or any other natural disasters. It focuses on empowering residents with the knowledge and skills to effectively respond within the critical initial 72 hours post-crisis.
Campaspe Shire Council Acting CEO, Michael Sharp said the plan provides great resources for community to become prepared and think about their response during an emergency.
"Emergencies can be hard to predict, and emergency services are in high demand in disasters. This collaborative initiative involving various Councils and response agencies has seen the development of an informative resource that involves creating your own plan and being prepared for an emergency.
"It helps prepare for the first 72 hours of an emergency. If you had no access to power, water, gas, road access, reception and limited food, the plan helps you prepare for these scenarios and ultimately, keep you safe," Mr Sharp said.
The plan focuses on four key steps, including:
- Making an emergency plan
- Back up information
- Preparing a kit
- Staying informed
