Emergency Response Plan Emergency Response Plan Emergency Response Plan Emergency Response Plan Are you using this plan for an active emergency? See Section 5 (p. 24 See Section 5 (p. 24 See Section 5 (p. 24 See Section 5 (p. 24-49 49 49 49) for Response Procedures ) for Response Procedures ) for Response Procedures ) for Response Procedures** ** ** ** HFN Emergency Program Coordinator HFN Emergency Program Coordinator HFN Emergency Program Coordinator HFN Emergency Program Coordinator: Steven Tatoosh Work: 250-724-4041 ext 26 Cell: 250-735-2334 Alternate HFN Emergency Program Coordinator: Alternate HFN Emergency Program Coordinator: Alternate HFN Emergency Program Coordinator: Alternate HFN Emergency Program Coordinator: Warren Lauder Work: 250-724-4041 ext 27 Cell: 250-720-9979 **The procedures outlined in this plan are to be interpreted as guidelines, and users of the plan are encouraged to use their own best judgment throughout emergencies. Additionally, the procedures are not intended to address day-to-day emergencies that are ordinarily managed at the scene by first responders. For these emergencies, dial 911.
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Emergency Response PlanEmergency Response PlanEmergency Response PlanEmergency Response Plan
Are you using this plan for an active emergency? See Section 5 (p. 24See Section 5 (p. 24See Section 5 (p. 24See Section 5 (p. 24----49494949) for Response Procedures) for Response Procedures) for Response Procedures) for Response Procedures********
HFN Emergency Program CoordinatorHFN Emergency Program CoordinatorHFN Emergency Program CoordinatorHFN Emergency Program Coordinator:
Steven Tatoosh
Work: 250-724-4041 ext 26
Cell: 250-735-2334
Alternate HFN Emergency Program Coordinator:Alternate HFN Emergency Program Coordinator:Alternate HFN Emergency Program Coordinator:Alternate HFN Emergency Program Coordinator:
Warren Lauder
Work: 250-724-4041 ext 27
Cell: 250-720-9979
**The procedures outlined in this plan are to be interpreted as guidelines, and users of the
plan are encouraged to use their own best judgment throughout emergencies.
Additionally, the procedures are not intended to address day-to-day emergencies that are
ordinarily managed at the scene by first responders. For these emergencies, dial 911.
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The Hupacasath First Nation Emergency Response Plan is an all-hazards, risk-based
plan that has been produced through the collaboration of Hupacasath First
Nation’s Chief and Council, its members, and its partner agencies.
Plan last updated: March 31st, 2016
Hupacasath First Nation
5500 Ahahswanis Dr.
Port Alberni, BC
Tel: 250-724-4041
Fax: 250-724-1232
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AANDCAANDCAANDCAANDC Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada
ACRDACRDACRDACRD Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District
BCEBCEBCEBCEMSMSMSMS BC Emergency Management System
COPCOPCOPCOPAAAA City of Port Alberni
EMBCEMBCEMBCEMBC Emergency Management BC
EMCEMCEMCEMC Emergency Management Committee
EOCEOCEOCEOC Emergency Operations Centre
EPCEPCEPCEPC Emergency Program Coordinator
ERPERPERPERP Emergency Response Plan
ESSESSESSESS Emergency Social Services
FNESSFNESSFNESSFNESS First Nations’ Emergency Services Society
The HFN ERP is a strategic document that has used an all-hazards, risk-based
approach to provide a framework that is intended to accomplish the following:
� Enhance the overall resiliency of HFN;
� Provide accessible guidance for the respective actions of HFN leadership and
members before, during, and after an emergency event;
� Connect the HFN leadership and community members with appropriate
partners, communications resources, and risk-reduction strategies;
� Integrate applicable policies, plans of partner agencies, and other relevant
documentation into all HFN emergency responses;
� Incorporate BCEMS principles into emergency management initiatives; and
� Outline and support regular training, emergency exercises, and community
engagement initiatives to build HFN’s capacity to respond to emergencies.
This plan has been designed to be accessible to all HFN community members and
its partners, and is intended to provide a framework for managing and responding
to emergencies occurring within and/or adjacent to HFN’s two populated reserves
– Ahahswinis IR 1 and Klehkoot IR 2. The plan uses an all-hazards model, and
therefore the core guidelines are consistent across natural, technological, and
human-induced hazards.
Importantly, the procedures outlined in this plan are to be interpreted as
guidelines and are not intended to address day-to-day emergencies that are
ordinarily managed at the scene by first responders.
The HFN ERP and HFN EOC may be activated by the:
� HFN Emergency Program Coordinator or Alternate;
� HFN Chief and Council; and
� HFN Chief Executive Officer.
However, the information, procedures, and strategies outlined in the HFN ERP are
intended to be used by all community members and partner agencies.
1.1 – Purpose
1.2 – Scope
OverviewOverviewOverviewOverview
1.3 – Authority
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Provincial
Although the Province of British Columbia is responsible for emergency
management activities within its jurisdiction, Section 91(24) of the federal
Constitution Act 1867 designates legislative authority of “Indians Lands reserved
for Indians” to the Minister of AANDC under the Government of Canada. However,
a Letter of Understanding has been established between AANDC BC Region and
EMBC to provide emergency management support to BC First Nations. A
Memorandum of Understanding also exists between AANDC BC Region and the BC
Ministry of Forests, Land and Natural Resources, to assist with on-reserve wildfire
suppression.
Two key legislative documents include: the Emergency Program ActEmergency Program ActEmergency Program ActEmergency Program Act, which outlines
the roles and responsibilities of local authorities and the provincial government in
the context of emergencies, as well as their respective powers of authority if a
declaration of a state emergency (provincial-level) or state of local emergency
(local authority-level) has been made; and the Compensation and Disaster Compensation and Disaster Compensation and Disaster Compensation and Disaster Financial Financial Financial Financial
Assistance Assistance Assistance Assistance RegulationRegulationRegulationRegulation, which describes the procedures related to the provision of
any compensation/assistance, the eligibility of claims, and relevant
limitations/restrictions. Through the Memorandum of Understanding with AANDC
BC Region, the same eligibility and documentation requirements for local
authorities also apply to First Nations.
EMBC is responsible for determining and approving the eligibility of emergency
response and recovery expenditures. If/when expenditures are approved, HFN will
be issued an operational task number. HFN must then complete a financial claim
submission with the appropriate documentation to provide EMBC with detailed,
accurate accounting including all invoices for the authorized emergency response
expenses. For more information on disaster financial assistance, see EMBC’s
Financial Assistance for Emergency Response and Recovery Costs: A Guide for BC
Local Authorities and First Nations (available in the Annex).
Links for each Act/Regulation and additional legislation/resources are available in
the Annex.
1.4 – Legislation
OverviewOverviewOverviewOverview
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Federal
The Minister of AANDC is responsible for supporting on-reserve mitigation,
preparedness, response, and recovery activities for First Nations communities as
per the federal Emergency Management Act 2007. AANDC provides this support
through the Emergency Management Assistance Program. As previously
mentioned, the federal Constitution Act 1867 designates legislative authority for
“Indians and Lands reserved for the Indians” to the Minister of AANDC under the
Government of Canada. Therefore, AANDC BC Region works in cooperation with
EMBC to provide emergency management support for First Nations communities
in BC.
Key legislative documents include the Emergencies ActEmergencies ActEmergencies ActEmergencies Act, which defines four
categories of emergencies in which the federal government may be required to act
– public welfare emergencies (natural or human disasters), public order
emergencies (acts of terrorism), international emergencies (threats to Canada
and/or its allies), and war – and the Emergency Management ActEmergency Management ActEmergency Management ActEmergency Management Act, which details the
roles and responsibilities of the federal government and its institutions with
respect to Canada’s emergency management system.
Links for each Act are available in the Annex.
Local Authorities
The City of Port Alberni and the ACRD are defined as “local authorities” in the
provincial Emergency Program Act and may be willing to work closely with HFN off-
and on-reserve to integrate emergency management plans and activities, but are
not mandated to.
With respect to disaster financial assistance, regardless of whether or not local
authorities share emergency operations with First Nations, the local authorities are
not responsible for claiming any costs that have been incurred by First Nations.
Every community member is responsible for the safety and well-being of themselves
and their dependents. Consider the following to improve your family’s level of
emergency preparedness:
� Know how to evacuaKnow how to evacuaKnow how to evacuaKnow how to evacuate from your home and community, andte from your home and community, andte from your home and community, andte from your home and community, and, when , when , when , when
appropriate,appropriate,appropriate,appropriate, practice walking practice walking practice walking practice walking evacuationevacuationevacuationevacuation routes regularly.routes regularly.routes regularly.routes regularly.
For tsunami evacuations, refer to the Tsunami Response Procedures (pages 27-29).
For all other evacuations, identify potential routes, and follow the instructions of
the HFN EPC and responding agencies.
� Prepare aPrepare aPrepare aPrepare a GrabGrabGrabGrab----andandandand----Go KitGo KitGo KitGo Kit that will sustainthat will sustainthat will sustainthat will sustain you and your dependents for at you and your dependents for at you and your dependents for at you and your dependents for at
least 72 hours.least 72 hours.least 72 hours.least 72 hours.
� WriteWriteWriteWrite a a a a Household Emergency PlanHousehold Emergency PlanHousehold Emergency PlanHousehold Emergency Plan withwithwithwith all members of the household and all members of the household and all members of the household and all members of the household and
share it with share it with share it with share it with the HFN EPC.the HFN EPC.the HFN EPC.the HFN EPC.
� AddressAddressAddressAddress any any any any unique unique unique unique challenges that you challenges that you challenges that you challenges that you and/and/and/and/or your dependents may have or your dependents may have or your dependents may have or your dependents may have
with respect to responding to emergencies and/or evacuating.with respect to responding to emergencies and/or evacuating.with respect to responding to emergencies and/or evacuating.with respect to responding to emergencies and/or evacuating.
Access additional resources on emergency preparedness for:Access additional resources on emergency preparedness for:Access additional resources on emergency preparedness for:Access additional resources on emergency preparedness for:
ChildrenChildrenChildrenChildren, , , , People with Special Needs/DisabilitiesPeople with Special Needs/DisabilitiesPeople with Special Needs/DisabilitiesPeople with Special Needs/Disabilities, and , and , and , and Pets/Service Pets/Service Pets/Service Pets/Service AnimalsAnimalsAnimalsAnimals
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For additional preparedness and risk reduction resources, see the Annex.
All digital resources can be printed at the HFN Band Office upon request.
BCEMS uses four levels of response in their model – Site Response, Site Support,
Provincial Regional Emergency Coordination, and Provincial Central Emergency
Coordination.
The majority of incidents are managed at the Site Response LevelSite Response LevelSite Response LevelSite Response Level, where on-site
responders set up and operate an Incident Command Post (ICP). The Site Support Site Support Site Support Site Support
LevelLevelLevelLevel involves a local authority opening up an EOC to provide additional support
and coordination to responders and/or the affected/threatened population.
Finally, the Provincial Regional Emergency Coordination LevelProvincial Regional Emergency Coordination LevelProvincial Regional Emergency Coordination LevelProvincial Regional Emergency Coordination Level and Provincial Central Provincial Central Provincial Central Provincial Central
Emergency Coordination LevelsEmergency Coordination LevelsEmergency Coordination LevelsEmergency Coordination Levels are activated when an incident exceeds local
capacity and provincial support is needed. EMBC has six Regional Offices
throughout BC, and HFN resides within the Vancouver Island Region which is
headquartered in Victoria.
Site Response LevelSite Response LevelSite Response LevelSite Response Level
Facility: Incident Command Post (ICP)
Lead Agency: First Responders (fire departments,
RCMP, BC Ambulance, SAR teams, etc.)
Site Support LevelSite Support LevelSite Support LevelSite Support Level
Provincial Central Emergency Coordination LevelProvincial Central Emergency Coordination LevelProvincial Central Emergency Coordination LevelProvincial Central Emergency Coordination Level
Facility: Provincial Emergency Coordination Centre
If you feel ground shakingIf you feel ground shakingIf you feel ground shakingIf you feel ground shaking............
ProProProProtect your head and your neck. Ground shaking can last for several tect your head and your neck. Ground shaking can last for several tect your head and your neck. Ground shaking can last for several tect your head and your neck. Ground shaking can last for several
minutes minutes minutes minutes –––– continue to protect yourself until the shaking stops.continue to protect yourself until the shaking stops.continue to protect yourself until the shaking stops.continue to protect yourself until the shaking stops.
CONSIDER THE GROUND SHAKING TO BE YOUR TSUNAMI WARNING AND EVACUATE IMMEDIATELY TO HIGHER GROUND – DO NOT WAIT FOR AN OFFICIAL WARNING
Follow the Tsunami Response Procedures (pages 27-29) and continue to monitor communications
for any updates regarding tsunami and dam breach risks.
Once the shaking has stopped, assess your safety, the safety of those you are
responsible for, and the safety of the area around you. Consider any additional
hazards the earthquake may have created (dam breach, fires, gas leaks, downed
power lines, broken glass, etc.) and respond appropriately.
If an official Tsunami All-Clear message has been issued, continue with using the
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Before an Earthquake…Before an Earthquake…Before an Earthquake…Before an Earthquake…
Know the Risks andKnow the Risks andKnow the Risks andKnow the Risks and BeBeBeBe Prepared!Prepared!Prepared!Prepared! To view the Government of Canada’s preparedness guide for Earthquakes:
� If immediate assistance is neededIf immediate assistance is neededIf immediate assistance is neededIf immediate assistance is needed, contact EMBC at 1-800-663-3456, provide
details of the incident including impacts to the community, inform them that
you are opening up your EOC, and request a task number. You may have to
wait for several minutes or longer to get an operator on the phone.
� Consider BCEMS goals throughout the response. Do NOT NOT NOT NOT enter any structure
that may be unsafe.
� Identify community needs (medical response, search and rescue, family
reunification, etc.) and communicate this information to response personnel
(RCMP, local fire department, Alberni Valley Rescue Squad, etc.).
� Activate the HFN ERP and establish an EOC in a safe structure. Establish
communications internally with community members and externally with
adjacent communities.
� Contact the AANDC Duty Officer (1-604-209-9709) and inform them that you
have opened up your EOC. Provide the task number (when available), advise
of any impacts to the community, and outline the actions you and the
community have taken so far.
� Determine if current staffing levels are sufficient to operate the EOC
effectively (consider the possible duration of the event). If not, contact the
AANDC Duty Officer (1-604-209-9709) or EMBC (1-800-663-3456) and
request support FNESS.
� Prepare communications releases to community members. Be transparent,
and advise of any known risks that community members may face.
� Consider resource needs, and coordinate the allocation of community
resources for the response and recovery.
� Update AANDC Duty Officer, EMBC, and the ACRD EOC with important
Assess your own safety, the safety of those you are responsible for, and the safety
of the area you are in.
� If there is time,If there is time,If there is time,If there is time, obtain information regarding the magnitude, arrival time, and magnitude, arrival time, and magnitude, arrival time, and magnitude, arrival time, and
risks risks risks risks associated with the tsunami. Advise dependents and vulnerable
community members of the situation, and respond appropriately.
� If phone service is available, only contact 911 for immediate lifeonly contact 911 for immediate lifeonly contact 911 for immediate lifeonly contact 911 for immediate life----threatening threatening threatening threatening
situationssituationssituationssituations as responders will be overwhelmed with calls.
WHEN EVACUATING FROM AHAHSWINIS IR 1:
� If there is time, If there is time, If there is time, If there is time, gather your Grab-and-Go Kit and other emergency supplies.
� Begin to evacuate towards locations with an elevation above 20m / 65.5 feet
(unless stated otherwise):
Travel northwest on Beaver Creek Rd., past the hill at Pierce Rd.
or
Travel north on Kitsuksis Rd., past A.W. Neill Elementary School
*If travelling by car, travel cautiously as children may be evacuating eastward from
A.W. Neill Elementary School on foot towards the church on Compton Rd.*
Tsunami Alerts MESSAGE MEANING ACTION
WARNINGWARNINGWARNINGWARNING FLOOD WAVE POSSIBLE FULL EVACUATION SUGGESTED
ADVISORYADVISORYADVISORYADVISORY STRONG CURRENTS LIKELY STAY AWAY FROM THE SHORE
WATCHWATCHWATCHWATCH DANGER LEVEL NOT KNOWN YET STAY ALERT FOR INFORMATION
CANCELLATIONCANCELLATIONCANCELLATIONCANCELLATION TIDAL GAUGES SHOW NO WAVE
When you are evacuating, be aware of additional hazards When you are evacuating, be aware of additional hazards When you are evacuating, be aware of additional hazards When you are evacuating, be aware of additional hazards (earthquake aftershocks,
downed power lines, explosions, hazardous materials releases, fallen trees, etc.).
� Travel safely towards pre-determined muster points.
� Communicate any immediate life-saving needs to first responders and HFN
leadership personnel.
� Once outside of the inundation zone, wait until an official notification is
heard to re-enter the area. The first wave is often not the largest, and waves The first wave is often not the largest, and waves The first wave is often not the largest, and waves The first wave is often not the largest, and waves
can continue for several hours.can continue for several hours.can continue for several hours.can continue for several hours.
� Continually check for updates and additional information on the situation
using the communications links below. Door-to-door notifications will be
Before a Tsunami…Before a Tsunami…Before a Tsunami…Before a Tsunami…
Know the Risks andKnow the Risks andKnow the Risks andKnow the Risks and BeBeBeBe Prepared!Prepared!Prepared!Prepared! To view Emergency Management BC’s Earthquake & Tsunami Smart Manual:
� If immediate assistance is neededIf immediate assistance is neededIf immediate assistance is neededIf immediate assistance is needed, contact EMBC at 1-800-663-3456, provide
details regarding the assistance that is needed, inform them that you are
opening up your EOC (if appropriate), and request a task number. You may
have to wait several minutes or longer to get an operator on the phone as
they will be overwhelmed with calls.
� Activate the HFN ERP and establish an EOC. Establish communications
internally with community members and externally with adjacent
communities.
� Contact the AANDC Duty Officer (1-604-209-9709) and inform them that you
have opened up your EOC (if that is the case). Provide the task number,
advise of any impacts to the community, and outline the actions you and the
community have taken so far.
� Determine if current staffing levels are sufficient to operate the EOC
effectively (consider the possible duration of the event). If not, contact the
AANDC Duty Officer (1-604-209-9709) or EMBC (1-800-663-3456) and
request support from FNESS.
� Prepare communications releases to community members. Be transparent,
and advise of any known risks that community members may face.
� Consider resource needs and coordinate the allocation of community
resources for the response and long-term recovery.
� Update AANDC/INAC Duty Officer, EMBC, and the ACRD EOC with important
Before a Flood… Before a Flood… Before a Flood… Before a Flood… Know the Risks and Be Prepared!Know the Risks and Be Prepared!Know the Risks and Be Prepared!Know the Risks and Be Prepared! To view the Government of Canada’s guide on flood preparedness: PressPressPressPress CRTL + Click HereCRTL + Click HereCRTL + Click HereCRTL + Click Here
If a known dam breach If a known dam breach If a known dam breach If a known dam breach has occurred, has occurred, has occurred, has occurred, Ahahswinis IR 1 residents should begin Ahahswinis IR 1 residents should begin Ahahswinis IR 1 residents should begin Ahahswinis IR 1 residents should begin to to to to
evacuate as they would during a tsunami.evacuate as they would during a tsunami.evacuate as they would during a tsunami.evacuate as they would during a tsunami.
Assess your own safety, the safety of those you are responsible for, and the safety
of the area you are in. Be aware of additional hazards (earthquake aftershocks,
downed power lines, explosions, hazardous materials releases, fallen trees, etc.).
� Obtain information regarding the risk and expected arrival time of the
floodwaters, and respond accordingly.
Dam Safety Dam Safety Dam Safety Dam Safety NotificationsNotificationsNotificationsNotifications
Message Purpose
DAM ALERTDAM ALERTDAM ALERTDAM ALERT Used to inform the public that a dam breach may occur. If a Dam Alert is
given, prepare for a potential evacuation and monitor communications links.
DAM BREACHDAM BREACHDAM BREACHDAM BREACH Used when a dam breach has been confirmed or, if the status is unknown, to
inform the public when there is a high probability that the dam has breached.
� Travel safely towards muster points; if no muster point has been
communicated, travel outside of the tsunami inundation zone.
� Communicate any immediate life-saving needs to first responders (911) and
� If immediate assistance is neededIf immediate assistance is neededIf immediate assistance is neededIf immediate assistance is needed, contact EMBC at 1-800-663-3456, provide
details regarding the assistance that is needed, inform them that you are
opening up your EOC (if appropriate), and request a task number. You may
have to wait several minutes or longer to get an operator on the phone as
they will be overwhelmed with calls.
� If appropriate, activate the HFN ERP and establish an EOC. Establish
communications internally with community members and externally with
adjacent communities.
� Contact the AANDC Duty Officer (1-604-209-9709) and inform them that you
have opened up your EOC (if that is the case). Provide the task number,
advise of any impacts to the community, and outline the actions you and the
community have taken so far.
� Determine if current staffing levels are sufficient to operate the EOC
effectively (consider the possible duration of the event). If not, contact the
AANDC Duty Officer (1-604-209-9709) or EMBC (1-800-663-3456) and
request support from FNESS.
� Prepare communications releases to community members. Be transparent,
and advise of any known risks that community members may face.
� Consider resource needs and coordinate the allocation of community
resources for the response and long-term recovery.
� Update AANDC/INAC Duty Officer, EMBC, and the ACRD EOC with important
Assess your safety, the safety of those you are responsible for, and the safety of the
area around you. Be aware of possible risks such as falling/fallen trees, downed
power lines, hazardous debris, low visibility, etc.
� Call the HFN Emergency Program Coordinator (or Alternate) to inform them
of the situation and/or gather information. If unavailable, contact the Chief
and Council.
� Prepare for an extended loss of utilities.Prepare for an extended loss of utilities.Prepare for an extended loss of utilities.Prepare for an extended loss of utilities. Communicate your family’s needs
and concerns to the HFN Emergency Program Coordinator.
� Monitor the communications resources below for updates and additional
information. Door-to-door notifications will be used when appropriate.
For more information on how to prepare yourself and For more information on how to prepare yourself and For more information on how to prepare yourself and For more information on how to prepare yourself and your your your your family family family family
for at least 72 hoursfor at least 72 hoursfor at least 72 hoursfor at least 72 hours, , , , speak to the HFN EPC and speak to the HFN EPC and speak to the HFN EPC and speak to the HFN EPC and see page see page see page see page 17.17.17.17.
Before a Before a Before a Before a Severe StormSevere StormSevere StormSevere Storm… … … … Know the Risks and Be Prepared!Know the Risks and Be Prepared!Know the Risks and Be Prepared!Know the Risks and Be Prepared!
To view the Government of Canada’s guide on preparing for severe storms:
Regardless of the duration of the storm:Regardless of the duration of the storm:Regardless of the duration of the storm:Regardless of the duration of the storm:
� Prepare regular communications releases to community members. Advise of
any risks that community members may face.
� Consider resource needs, and coordinate the allocation of community
resources for an extended response.
If the storm persists for more than 72 hours or is posing seriousIf the storm persists for more than 72 hours or is posing seriousIf the storm persists for more than 72 hours or is posing seriousIf the storm persists for more than 72 hours or is posing serious health risk to health risk to health risk to health risk to
community members:community members:community members:community members:
� Activate the HFN ERP and (if necessary) establish an EOC. Establish
communications internally with community members and (if appropriate)
externally with adjacent communities.
� Contact EMBC at 1-800-663-3456, provide details of the incident, inform
them that you are opening up your EOC (if that is the case), and request a
task number.
� Contact the AANDC Duty Officer (1-604-209-9709) and inform them that you
have opened up your EOC (if that is the case). Provide the task number, and
advise of any actions you and the community have taken so far.
� Determine if current staffing levels are sufficient to operate the EOC
effectively (consider the possible duration of the event). If not, contact the
AANDC/INAC Duty Officer (1-604-209-9709) or EMBC (1-800-663-3456) and
request support from FNESS.
� Update AANDC/INAC Duty Officer, EMBC, and the ARCD with important
Assess your safety, the safety of those you are responsible for, and the safety of the
area around you.
� Call the HFN Emergency Program Coordinator (or Alternate) and inform
them of the situation and any concerns/needs. If unavailable, contact the
Chief and Council.
� Call 1-888-POWER-ON (1-888-769-3766) for additional information.
� Prepare for an extended loss of electricity and other utilities.Prepare for an extended loss of electricity and other utilities.Prepare for an extended loss of electricity and other utilities.Prepare for an extended loss of electricity and other utilities. Communicate
your family’s needs and concerns to the Emergency Program Coordinator.
� Monitor the communications resources below for updates and additional
information. Door-to-door notifications will be used when appropriate.
For more information on how to prepare yourself and family For more information on how to prepare yourself and family For more information on how to prepare yourself and family For more information on how to prepare yourself and family
for at least 72 hoursfor at least 72 hoursfor at least 72 hoursfor at least 72 hours, , , , speak to the HFN EPC and see page 17.speak to the HFN EPC and see page 17.speak to the HFN EPC and see page 17.speak to the HFN EPC and see page 17.
Before a Before a Before a Before a Power OutagePower OutagePower OutagePower Outage… … … … Know the Risks and Be Prepared!Know the Risks and Be Prepared!Know the Risks and Be Prepared!Know the Risks and Be Prepared!
BC Hydro’s web page (listed above) for recommendations/information, and
to view the Government of Canada’s guide on preparing for power outages:
Regardless of the duration of the power outage:Regardless of the duration of the power outage:Regardless of the duration of the power outage:Regardless of the duration of the power outage:
� Ensure that vulnerable members of the community have the resources
needed to mitigate the impacts of the power outage (i.e., flashlights,
charged communications devices, blankets, etc.).
� Utilize the community power generator as needed.
� Prepare communications releases to community members and consider the
use of mediums that do not require electricity (i.e., door-to-door delivery).
If the power outage lasts for an extended period of time If the power outage lasts for an extended period of time If the power outage lasts for an extended period of time If the power outage lasts for an extended period of time (more than 24 hours) or is (more than 24 hours) or is (more than 24 hours) or is (more than 24 hours) or is
exposing community members to significant health risks:exposing community members to significant health risks:exposing community members to significant health risks:exposing community members to significant health risks:
� Activate the HFN Emergency Response Plan and (if necessary) set up an EOC.
Establish communications internally with community members and (if
appropriate) externally with adjacent communities.
� Contact EMBC at 1-800-663-3456 and inform them of the situation, the
community’s needs, whether an EOC has been opened (if so, request a task
number) and any actions that you have taken so far (if the situation is under
control, you do not need to ask help).
� Contact the AANDC Duty Officer (1-604-209-9709) and inform them of the
situation, concerns, needs, any actions that have been taken thus far by you
and the community, and provide the task number if one been issued.
� If an EOC has been opened and additional resources are needed to operate
the EOC effectively (consider the expected duration of the event), contact
the AANDC Duty Officer (1-604-209-9709) or EMBC (1-800-663-3456) and
request support from FNESS.
� Update community members, AANDC Duty Officer, EMBC, and the ARCD
with important details throughout the response.
Response ProceduresResponse ProceduresResponse ProceduresResponse Procedures Power O
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Procedures for All Community Members
Assess your safety, the safety of those you are responsible for, and the safety of the
area around you. Identify and acquire any necessary personal protective equipment
for yourself and those you are responsible for.
� Call the HFN Emergency Program Coordinator (or Alternate) to provide
details and/or inquire about the situation. If unavailable, contact the Chief
and Council.
� Utilize communications resources below for updates and additional
information. Door-to-door notifications will be used when appropriate.
Know the Risks and Protect Yourself!Know the Risks and Protect Yourself!Know the Risks and Protect Yourself!Know the Risks and Protect Yourself! To view the Province of BC’s
Assess your safety, the safety of those you are responsible for, and the safety of the
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� Call 911 to request fire department support and inform them of the
situation.
� Call the HFN Emergency Program Coordinator (or Alternate) and inform
them of the situation. If unavailable, contact the Chief and Council.
� Utilize communications resources below for updates and additional
information. Door-to-door notifications will be used when appropriate.
Procedures for Emergency Program Coordinator (continued)
� Inquire with the Incident Commander (RCMP/Fire/Search and Rescue team)
if community boats should be used to help respond. If so, ensure that ensure that ensure that ensure that
appropriate safety measures are considered for all boats, their operators, and appropriate safety measures are considered for all boats, their operators, and appropriate safety measures are considered for all boats, their operators, and appropriate safety measures are considered for all boats, their operators, and
everyone on board. everyone on board. everyone on board. everyone on board. Anyone who assists in the response must sign-in and be
approved by the lead responding agency (RCMP/Fire/Search and Rescue
team) before any action has been taken.
� Determine if current staffing levels are sufficient to operate the EOC
effectively (consider the possible duration of the event). If not, contact the
AANDC/INAC Duty Officer (1-604-209-9709) or EMBC (1-800-663-3456) and
request support from FNESS.
� Plan for and prepare the necessary supplies/services for responders and
missing persons.
� Update AANDC Duty Officer, EMBC, and the ACRD with important details
Assess your safety, the safety of those you are responsible for, and the safety of the
area around you. Stay UP-WIND from any flames/chemical releases, and a safe
distant from the incident. Listen carefully to instructions given by the RCMP.
� Call 911 and inform them of the situation.
� Call the HFN Emergency Program Coordinator (or Alternate) and inform
them of the situation. If unavailable, contact the Chief and Council.
� Utilize communications resources below for updates and additional
information. Door-to-door notifications will be used when appropriate.
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Primary contacts for each HFN EOC position are highlighted. This list is non-exhaustive as one or more individuals listed may be unable to respond. Therefore, call-outs can extend beyond the list to fill positions with other suitable individuals.
Function Name Phone Email
EOC Director
Steven Tatoosh C: 250-735-2334 W: 250-724-4041 (ext. 26)
The primary muster point following a tsunami and/or dam breach is the Beaver Creek Volunteer Fire Department (6038 Beaver Creek Rd., Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District, Subdivision A, BC).
Key Considerations It is possible that Beaver Creek Rd. and/or the Beaver Creek Volunteer Fire Department may not be considered safe as a result of tertiary hazards (downed powerlines, wildfires, explosions, dangerous goods spills, debris, etc.). React to this: be aware of the safety of your surroundings at all times, monitor available communications resources for relevant information, and abandon the primary evacuation routes/muster points for alternatives if needed.
The Beaver Creek Volunteer Fire Department has been established as the primary muster point for those evacuating from Ahahswanis IR 1 on foot.
If evacuating by vehicle, do not park on Beaver Creek Rd. or at the Fire Hall. It is advised that you park on Malabar Rd., Saunders Rd., or Wadena Rd. and walk to the Fire Hall in order to keep evacuation routes open; and importantly, this location has not been set up as a reception centre or long-term lodging facility. These services will need to be established automously by Hupacasath First Nation and partner agencies. Finally, this location has been established as the primary muster point for the following reasons:
It is outside of the 20m tsunami inundation zone; It is within walking distance of Ahahswanis IR 1; It is the storage location for Hupacasath First Nation’s emergency food and
water supplies; It is expected to have working communications regardless of a power
outage; and It is likely to have several trained emergency responders at the facility that
can offer guidance throughout an incident. Last updated: March 31st, 2016