Emergency Preparedness Guide

HEALTH EMERGENCIES

Risk: Health emergencies can affect large numbers of people and may involve illness outbreaks, unsafe food or water, or other public health hazards. Southeast Public Health is a key resource during health‑related emergencies, including disease outbreaks and food or water safety issues. They work closely with local emergency planners, hospitals, and paramedic services.

Phone: 613‑966‑5500 or 1‑800‑267‑2803 Website: southeastph.ca/

Check your local public health website and trusted sources for updates, alerts, and safety information. You can also subscribe to emergency alerts for timely notifications. For weather‑related health risks (heat, air quality, storms), visit theweathernetwork.com or use their app for mobile alerts.

Hastings County Emergency Preparedness Guide

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