Emergency Preparedness

ALERTS

AIR QUALITY ADVISORY

For an AQHI of 7-10 (high risk), “At risk Populations” are recommended to reduce or reschedule strenuous activities outdoors. Children and elderly should also take it easy. The “general population” should consider reducing or rescheduling strenuous outdoor activities if they experience symptoms such as coughing or throat irritation. Air quality can affect vulnerable populations differently, and it is recommended that individuals monitor for medical symptoms such as irritated eyes, increased mucous, and difficulty breathing and to contact their health care provider if severe symptoms develop or they need guidance.

For additional Health messaging please visit https://www.airqualityontario.com/aqhi/health_messages.php

News Release – Lambton Public Health – Extended Heat Warning Issued – July 11 2025

JUNE MARKS THE START OF THE DOOR-TO-DOOR SMOKE ALARM AND CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM CAMPAIGN IN PETROLIA & NORTH ENNISKILLEN

Petrolia and North Enniskillen residents should expect to see members of the Petrolia and North Enniskillen Fire Department throughout Town and in the Township during the second half of June, and into the summer as they complete the annual door-to-door campaign to ensure residents have the proper, functioning equipment in place.

Representatives will have identification and will show it at each residence. Any questions regarding this campaign can be directed to the Fire Department at (519)882-2020.

72-Hour Emergency Kit

In an emergency, you will need some basic supplies. You may need to get by without power or tap water. Be prepared to be self-sufficient for at least 72 hours. Learn to build a kit here!

You may have some of the items already, such as food, water and a battery operated or wind-up flashlight. The key is to make sure they are organized and easy to find. Would you be able to find your flashlight in the dark? Make sure your kit is easy to carry and everyone in the household knows where it is. Keep it in a backpack, duffle bag or suitcase with wheels, in an easy-to-reach, accessible place, such as your front-hall closet. If you have many people in your household, your emergency kit could get heavy.

It’s a good idea to separate some of these supplies in backpacks. That way, your kit will be more portable and each person can personalize his or her own grab-and-go emergency kit.