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by Carol Volkart, DRA Newsletter Editor The Aug. 6 fire that destroyed an under-construction Dunbar apartment block, consumed two houses, damaged others, and forced 81 people to evacuate is a stark reminder of how disasters can happen anytime, anywhere, says Dunbar Earthquake and Emergency Preparedness (DEEP) director John Halldorson. It’s also a reminder of how … Read more
Drop by Memorial Park on May 11, 2024 for a look at emergency planning in Dunbar by Carol Volkart, DRA Newsletter Editor Games for the kids, information for adults — and a peep inside that mysterious shipping container at Memorial Park West! Head for the park behind the community centre on Saturday, May 11, 2024, … Read more
Dunbar Earthquake and Emergency Preparedness (DEEP) continues to work toward building a stronger and more resilient community in times of emergency and disaster. The group offers neighbourhoods assistance in emergency preparedness with our Map Your Neighbourhood Program (MYN) via Zoom. A group member will help a block volunteer organize the Zoom meeting by informing residents of … Read more
DEEP has quietly been continuing work towards building a stronger and more resilient community. In response to COVID restrictions, we decided to redesign our Map Your Neighbourhood (MYN) tool and make it easier to meet via Zoom to learn about the nine important steps to follow immediately after a disaster – starting with securing your … Read more