Emergencies can happen at any time and in any place. Being prepared is the best way to reduce the impact on your community and ensure a quicker recovery.
In large-scale emergencies, the emergency services may need to prioritise those in immediate danger. This means that if your situation isn't life threatening, you may need to wait for assistance. That is why it is important for individuals, families and communities to take steps to prepare in advance.
Community resilience in Peterborough
How to get prepared
We have partnered with other local agencies to provide practical advice for residents and businesses. This information is available on the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Prepared website.
Create a Community Emergency Plan
Any community group can create a Community Emergency Plan to help their area be more resilient. Even if informal arrangements already exist, this plan brings together everyone's ideas into one document - making it easier for the whole community to understand and contribute.
Create a Household Emergency Plan
For individuals and families, a Household Emergency Plan is a simple way to prepare. It includes an Action Plan to help you think through what you would do in different emergency situations, such as flooding, power outages or severe weather.
Caring for animals during an emergency
Further information on caring for animals during emergencies can be on the following websites: