Emergency Planning
When an emergency occurs, having a plan can make it easier to make decisions and take action quickly. Emergency planning helps households understand their risks, identify their options and prepare for a range of possible situations.
Every household is different. A good emergency plan considers the needs of family members, pets, visitors and anyone who may need additional support. Planning ahead also allows households to identify safer places, evacuation options and important actions to take before an emergency impacts the area.
The resources below are designed to help households develop emergency plans and prepare for bushfires and other hazards. The earlier you start planning, the more options you are likely to have when conditions become challenging.
Resources
Bushfire Preparation Toolkit
Emergency WA - Plan
Be Safe and Leave Early
Sheltering in Your Home
Emergency Planning Videos
Emergency Kits and Important Documents
During an emergency you may have limited time to act. Having an emergency kit prepared and important documents stored safely can help reduce stress and make it easier to respond if you need to leave quickly.
Emergency kits should contain essential items such as medications, clothing, food, water, chargers, first aid supplies and other household-specific needs. Important documents should be stored in a location that is easy to access and protected from loss or damage.
The below resources include practical resources to help residents prepare emergency kits, identify critical documents and explore digital storage options that can improve access to important information during emergencies.
Resources
Emergency Kit Checklist
Legal Documents Checklist
Document Scanning Information
Digital Document Storage Information
Pets
Pets are an important part of many households and should be included in emergency planning. Emergencies can be stressful for animals, particularly if evacuation is required or access to normal food, shelter or veterinary care is disrupted.
Planning ahead can help ensure pets remain safe and reduce the likelihood of delays during an emergency. Consider what animals will need, where they can be relocated, and what supplies should be included in your emergency kit.
The below resources provide information to help pet owners prepare for emergencies, create animal emergency plans and identify practical actions that can be taken before, during and after an incident.
Resources
Animal Emergency Plan
Emergency Kit Information for Pets
Animal Welfare Resources