Alectra encourages households to build a 72-hour emergency kit this Emergency Preparedness Week

MISSISSAUGA, Ontario, May 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As part of Emergency Preparedness Week, Alectra Utilities is encouraging customers to take simple steps that can make a major difference during unexpected events, starting with building a 72-hour emergency kit.

Alectra is reminding households that being ready to manage safely and comfortably for at least three days is a key part of emergency planning. In situations where essential services are disrupted, it may take time for assistance to arrive or for power to be restored.

“Preparedness starts long before an emergency occurs,” said Chris Hudson, Senior Vice-President, Network Operations and Safety, Alectra Utilities. “Taking a few minutes to plan ahead and gather essential supplies can help keep your household safe, confident, and self-sufficient during an unexpected situation.”

This week, Alectra is encouraging customers to ask themselves one important question: If the unexpected happened today, would your home be ready for 72 hours?

What does 72-hour preparedness look like?
A basic emergency kit should include enough supplies to support each household member for at least three days, including:

Drinking water and non-perishable food
Flashlights and extra batteries
Portable charger
A battery-powered or wind-up radio
A first-aid kit and essential medications
Blankets, warm clothing and personal items

Customers are encouraged to build or refresh their emergency kit and ensure supplies are easily accessible. Alectra’s outage preparedness guide also recommends keeping important documents, extra cash and a list of emergency contacts on hand.

Don’t forget your vehicle
Alectra reminds customers to keep a basic emergency kit in their vehicles, particularly when travelling during unpredictable weather or unexpected events. Essentials such as bottled water, non-perishable snacks, blankets, a flashlight, and a first-aid kit can help ensure safety and comfort until assistance arrives.

Plan ahead, stay informed
In addition to having an emergency kit, customers can take simple steps to stay prepared:

Keep mobile devices charged
Save Alectra’s outage reporting information
Know how to safely respond during an outage

Alectra Utilities is committed to delivering safe and reliable electricity and encourages customers to plan ahead so they can stay safe and comfortable during unexpected situations.

Learn more and get prepared

Emergency preparedness resources: https://alectrautilities.com/emergency-preparedness
Power Outage Preparedness Guide: https://alectrautilities.com/sites/default/files/assets/pdf/Power-Outage-Preparedness-Guide.pdf
Build your 72-hour emergency kit: https://alectrautilities.com/72-hour-emergency-kit
What to do during an outage: https://alectrautilities.com/during-an-outage

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