Signing up for local and provincial communications and downloading alerting apps can help keep you and your family informed so they are better able to respond to threats. The 2023 Preparedness Survey of Albertans confirmed that 61% of those surveyed are proactively signing up for emergency messaging.
Getting the right information at the right time helps you respond quickly and
appropriately.
Trusted sources of information include:
• 511 Alberta – Traveller information, know before you go;
• Alberta Wildfire – Stay current on Alberta’s wildfire situation;
• WeatherCan – Weather alert notices for your area, and other locations you choose;
• Alberta Fire Bans – Latest information about Alberta’s fire ban levels and critical wildfire messaging;
• Alberta Government Health Advisories – AQHI Canada, Alberta Fire Bans, etc.
• Alberta Government advisories and Alerts– For disasters and public safety on crown land;
• Government of Alberta
o Instagram: YourAlberta
o Facebook: YourAlberta
o Twitter: @ABPublicSafety
o Twitter: @YourAlberta
• Public Safety Canada
o Twitter: Public Safety Canada
o Twitter: Get Prepared
o Facebook: Emergency Ready in Canada
o YouTube: Safety in Canada
