Central Wyoming News

Town of Hanna recently issued the following announcement.

Hazards such as flooding, wildfire, and extreme temperatures are typical throughout Alberta and can pose a significant risk to you, your loved ones, and your property if not prepared. Knowing the risk of the hazards in the Hanna area can help you reduce their impact when an emergency or disaster occurs.

When looking to develop or buy property, avoid high-risk areas when possible. If you aren’t looking to move, assess your property and take steps to reduce your risk.

Take one step today by speaking with your insurance provider to make sure your policies fully protect you, your property, and your belongings. Take two minutes to learn 3 reasons why you should prepare your home or property from flooding.

Flooding in Hanna?

Even living in Hanna, in a drought year, flooding is still a risk. It can happen to anyone, anywhere, and isn’t only limited to rainwater or flash storms. What happens if your sewer backs up or the washing machine springs a leak? The following are some ideas to protect your home and belongings from flooding.

• Use weather protection sealant around basement windows and the base of ground-level doors.
• Ensure downspout drainage moves water away from the property.
• Contact a plumber to install a sump pump and zero reverse flow valves in the basement floor drain.

There is more to consider so you may want to have a look at Alberta.ca/floods

Register for Hanna Alerts

It’s not too late to register for Hanna Alerts. The Town of Hanna alert system is used to issue notifications in the event of an emergency or an event that may impact you. You will receive a time-sensitive text message and phone call on your mobile phone. If you have provided a landline number, you will receive a phone call with an automated voice. Notifications include, but are not limited to:

• Public Safety Alerts such as water, fire, RCMP, or any event which is considered an immediate threat to the safety and well-being of some or all Hanna residents.
• Local events such as water supply issues or snow removal schedules based on your residential address.

NOTE: This does NOT replace the Alberta Emergency Alert. Register today for the notification alerts by visiting Hanna Alert System on our website. A test alert will be issued during National Emergency Preparedness week in May.

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