Do you know what is the most common and costly natural disaster or emergency that affects the Halifax region? If you had to chose between house fires, hurricanes, flooding or thunderstorms, what would you answer? You’re probably wrong. Fewer than one in three households in HRM are likely prepared for an emergency or natural disaster. And this week is all about educating people about the risks and how to be ready. Erica Fleck is HRM’s Emergency Manager. And she talks about education, planning and how you can win a preparedness kit in their annual quiz.
