Preparing for Power Outages

Bruce County Emergency Management recommends that you plan to be self-sufficient for up to 72 hours. Learn how to build your family a 72 Hour Kit.

Are you prepared if the power goes out? What if it stays out for a prolonged period of time?

Do you know how you will stay warm or what you will eat? How will you keep your cell phone charged? Do you have 72 hours’ worth of supplies to get you and your family through those three days and longer?

“We often take our heat and electricity for granted. Being …