Emergency Preparedness

12-Month Emergency Preparedness Plan

The 2026 goal for Canyon Rim is to build resilience step by step. Each month focuses on a new preparedness topic to help individuals and families become better equipped for emergencies. We recommend budgeting $50–$100 per month for supplies (some months may require little or no spending) and spending 2–4 hours on monthly tasks. By the end of the year, our community will be better prepared—and ready to support others in times of need.

January February March

January — Family Emergency Plan

Create a family emergency plan (See an example at RedCross.org)
Be mindful of children, seniors, and pets
Choose local and out-of-area meeting places
Assign an out-of-state emergency contact
Create an emergency contact list (family, doctors, employer, out-of-state contact)
Memorize the phone number of a family member and your out-of-state contact
Ensure everyone knows how to reach each other
Map evacuation routes from home and community
Assign responsibilities for each household member (including pets)

Making an Emergency Preparedness Plan

Published by the City of Abbotsford, this video helps you create a family emergency plan. Take action to prepare yourself, your family, and your community for emergencies.

Prioritized Evacuation Grab List

Published by Be Ready Utah, this video helps you prepare an evacuation “grab list” of important items and emergency tools that do not go in your disaster supply kit. Prioritize the list so most important items are grabbed first.

Prepare for Natural Disasters

Published by Logan City Council, this video demonstrates how natural disasters may impact your home, family and the many things you can do to lessen the impacts.

February — Water Preparedness

Store 1 gallon of water per person per day (3–7 days minimum)
Add purification supplies (filters, tablets, bleach)
Label and rotate stored water annually
Secure water heater with an earthquake strap if needed

Be Ready Utah PrepCast Episode 2: Water, Part 1 (Importance of Water in an Emergency)

Be Ready Utah PrepCast Episode 2: Water, Part 2 (Water Storage)

Be Ready Utah PrepCast Episode 2: Water, Part 3 (Water Treatment)

Storing Water for an Emergency

This page explains how to prepare for disruptions to your water supply by storing a recommended minimum of one gallon of clean drinking water per person per day and maintaining at least a three-day, ideally two-week, supply using food-grade containers that are properly cleaned and sanitized. It also covers safe treatment methods for stored and emergency water, tips on container selection and storage conditions, and suggestions for sourcing additional water during emergencies.

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March — Food Preparedness

Build a 30-day supply of shelf-stable food
Focus on familiar foods your family eats
Create a rotation system (“eat what you store”)
Add comfort foods for morale
Include proteins, carbs, vitamins; note dietary needs
Test a no-cook meal
Plan and prepare to plant a garden or any type of backyard food production as your yard allows

Food Storage and Nutrition

Be Ready Utah emphasizes the importance of having an emergency food supply to maintain health and energy during disasters, recommending families store at least a one-month supply, work toward three months or more, and include a variety of nutritious foods tailored to dietary needs. It advises creating a dedicated storage area, rotating food to prevent waste, and learning food preparation and preservation skills. The guidance also outlines nutrition basics and examples of foods to include, and stresses flexibility—doing the best you can within your budget and space while continually improving your preparedness.

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