Disasters can strike anywhere and anytime. Emergency preparedness increases knowledge and reduces risks in the event of an unforeseen emergency.

Planning for an emergency is everyone's responsibility. Some individuals may not have the support or capacity to deal with emergencies. Reach out and offer to help family, friends and neighbours who may be vulnerable or unable to support themselves during an emergency.

Niagara 72-Hour Emergency Preparedness Guide

The first 72 hours are the most critical in any emergency situation. Are you prepared to cope on your own for the first 72 hours of an emergency while rescue workers help those in urgent need? By taking precautions, you can become better prepared to face a range of emergencies. The Niagara 72-Hour Emergency Preparedness Guide was developed to help you, your family, friends, and neighbours be prepared in the event of an emergency. Click on the button below to download the guide.

Niagara 72-Hour Emergency Preparedness Guide

If you prefer to have a physical copy of the Preparedness Guide, they are available at our Fire Headquarters. Please visit us at 344 Canborough Street in Smithville between 8:00 am and 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday, to get yours.

Niagara West Emergency Management

The Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act (EMCPA) requires that every municipality develops and implements an emergency management program. The municipalities of West Lincoln, Grimsby, Lincoln and Wainfleet, in recognition of their close proximity and desire to work collaboratively to prepare for and respond to emergencies, have established one amalgamated Emergency Management Program and Emergency Plan for Niagara West. 

The Niagara West Emergency Response Plan is an operational guideline for managing an appropriate response to any emergency situation that occurs within, or causes an impact within, its municipal boundaries.  It outlines how the Town and its emergency response agencies will coordinate themselves to respond to, and help the Town recover from, a large scale emergency.  It outlines roles, responsibilities, procedures and guidelines that will be followed to protect the health, safety, and well-being of Lincoln residents, local businesses and visitors.

This Plan has been designed to be flexible and adaptable to any emergency or crisis situation that may affect Grimsby and meets the requirements for a municipal emergency response plan in accordance with provincial legislation.

Emergencies are defined as situations or impending situations caused by forces of nature, accident or an intentional act that constitutes a danger of major proportions to life and property. They affect public safety, meaning the health, welfare and property, as well as the environment and economic health. In collaboration with key officials, agencies, and other stakeholders, the Town of Lincoln is prepared to respond to any situation quickly.

Township of West Lincoln Emergency Plan