Prepare your family and home - PAPE messages

This guidance presents key messages to help families assess risks, develop emergency plans, reduce vulnerabilities and strengthen their ability to respond to and recover from disasters. The recommended actions apply across a wide range of hazards and encourage every household to become an active contributor to community resilience.

The publication outlines practical steps for preparedness, including identifying local hazards, creating household emergency plans, preparing evacuation routes, protecting important documents, developing first aid and emergency response skills, and participating in community early warning systems. It also highlights measures to reduce physical and environmental risks around the home, safeguard vulnerable household members and animals, and strengthen support networks.

Additional guidance focuses on emergency supplies, including water, food, first aid materials, communications equipment and evacuation bags. The publication emphasizes the importance of regular drills, staying informed through trusted warning systems and supporting community recovery efforts after disasters.