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Quinte West encouraging people to plan ahead for possible emergencies

By Paul Martin May 4, 2026 | 5:17 AM
Quinte West is encouraging people to plan ahead and be ready for any possible emergency.
May 3–9, 2026, is Emergency Preparedness Week. It’s the perfect time to get ready for the unexpected and keep your family, home and community safe.
Officials encourage everyone to:
✅ Make an emergency plan
✅ Prepare a go-bag with the essentials
✅ Stay informed about local alerts and resources
You can learn more at quintewest.ca/BePrepared