The District of Hope Fire Department wants to remind everyone that wildfire prevention and emergency preparedness is a community efforts.
Some of the considerations for emergency preparedness are
- Being FireSmart
- Extreme heat
- The District is prepared to ensure Hope residents are safe and comfortable in the event of an Extreme Heat Emergency. In the event a cooling center is required, the District will notify its residents via all available communication channels, and utilize the local Recreation Center or Hope Secondary School as their designated cooling centers.
- Steps residents can do to prepare themselves
- In general, have you planned for an emergency? Here are some helpful tips to better prepare yourself:
- Create a Grab-and-go bag for your whole family. Items to consider include ready-to-eat food and water, phone charger or extra batteries, flashlight, first aid kit, personal toiletries, pen/paper, and a whistle.
- Make a plan. Can you sustain yourself without power for up to 3 days? Could you safely leave your house at a moment’s notice?
- Make a list of emergency contact numbers. The list should include at least one out-of-area contact in case local phone and mobile networks are overwhelmed.
- Do you take medication? Will you have enough for a prolonged period?
- What about your pets? Will they have enough food?
- In general, have you planned for an emergency? Here are some helpful tips to better prepare yourself:
- Community evacuation plan
For a complete guide on home emergency and preparedness, please visit Prepared BC emergency guides and resources - Province of British Columbia (gov.bc.ca)
Set Up Your BC Services Card App for Emergency Support Services & More
The BC Services Card app helps residents securely access a range of government services online — and is essential for receiving Emergency Support Services (ESS) e-transfers in the event of an evacuation.
With the app, you can:
- Link your BC Services Card and verify your identity
- Pre-register for ESS and create your ERA (Emergency Registration & Assistance) profile
- Prove your identity when accessing other services like:
- Health Gateway
- ICBC
- Canada Revenue Agency
- Land Title and Survey Authority (LTSA) for specific transactions
Download the app and follow the step-by-step guide in our PDF handout: [click here]
Or visit www.gov.bc.ca/bcservicescard to learn more.
Sign Up for Emergency Alerts with Alertable
The Alertable app keeps you instantly informed during emergencies and day-to-day incidents in your area. Receive real-time updates on wildfires, evacuations, road closures, weather alerts, and more — all in one place.
- Get alerts on your mobile device, computer, smart speaker, or tablet
- Follow Hope and other locations across Canada
- Customize the types of alerts you receive
- Great for residents, workplaces, schools, and travelers
Don’t wait for an emergency to strike — download Alertable today and stay prepared.
For more info, visit: https://www.alertable.ca
Please continue to monitor the District webpage at www.hope.ca along with our social media: 📍Instagram: @thedistrictofhope 📍Threads: @thedistrictofhope 📍Facebook: @DistrictOfHope 📍Bluesky: @districtofhope