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The thought of a power cut in a city reminds me of the outage in Auckland in 1998, which made a big impression on the emergencyplanning community. This was because it was completely different to what risks we had originally planned for.
The thought of a power cut in a city reminds me of the outage in Auckland in 1998, which made a big impression on the emergencyplanning community. This was because it was completely different to what risks we had originally planned for.
Here’s what you need to know when preparing your emergencyplan. But remember not to rely only on these sources, as a power outage could occur at any time. Make sure you have a battery-operated radio in your emergency kit and also listen for outdoor sirens and door-to-door contact for the notification.
The thought of a power cut in a city reminds me of the outage in Auckland in 1998, which made a big impression on the emergencyplanning community. This was because it was completely different to what risks we had originally planned for.
Anything and everything is out there regarding how you can protect your organization and its stakeholders from disruptions and recover quickly when outages occur. I urge every BC office to reach out to its local emergency management offices before something goes wrong. Other BCM professionals.
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