The purpose of the NEPP is to create neighborhoods that can be self sufficient before, during, and after an emergency, thus alleviating pressures on emergency management and response agencies in the event of a disaster or emergency. Residents can expect to be on their own for at least 72 hours. Demands on emergency services may be so great that not all calls will be responded to immediately. As well, access to phones, gas, water, sewer and electrical services may be cut off. Therefore it is very important to know how to prepare yourself.

The NEPP will cover important areas such as personal preparedness; minimizing hazards, and establishing neighbourhood emergency teams that could assist with first aid, shelter, fire suppression, light rescue, and damage assessment. Teams would also be trained to report on the status of their neighbourhoods to local Reception Centres and/or the Emergency Operations Centre so support could be prioritized to areas with the greatest need.

Developing a fully functional NEPP in any neighborhood can be a challenging venture. It requires volunteers to step up to coordinate and lead a program in their respective neighborhoods and it requires members of a neighborhood to be willing to participate. If you are interested in starting a NEPP in your neighborhood or require more information, please contact the View Royal Emergency Program at 250-479-7322 or email

Neighborhood Emergency Preparedness Programs (NEPP)

emergencyprogram@town.viewroyal.bc.ca

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