Port McNeill Emergency Support Services

11/25/2025

Holiday Electrical Safety

Are your holiday lights safe?

Electrical hazards increase during the holidays. Take steps to prevent fires:

Check lights and cords for damage before using them.

Avoid overloading outlets or power bars — use approved surge protectors.

Turn off lights when you’re away or asleep.

Keep trees and decorations away from heat sources.

A few simple precautions can keep your holidays bright and safe.

11/02/2025

10/29/2025

09/26/2025

Weather Advisory: Heavy Rain Event – Northern Vancouver Island

A shift in weather over the weekend will bring 40-100mm of rain. Being the first heavy rain of the year, drivers should anticipate adverse driving conditions and potential flooding. Our crews will be out patrolling the roads and resolving issues that may arise.

Please drive with care and prepare for variable road conditions throughout the service area.

09/26/2025

To be ready when it matters most, Emergency Support Services (ESS) teams need real-world practice. Read on to learn what the Town of Port McNeill accomplished.

09/26/2025

Check out our new Junior ESS Program, featured on Page 3 of this week's North Island Eagle.

For any teens in Port McNeill (Grades 10-12) that are interested in learning more, please reach out to us at [email protected]

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09/16/2025

Fire Safety at Home 🏠

Are you prepared if a fire happens at home?

House fires can spread in minutes. Taking a few simple steps now can save lives later:

🔥 Clean your chimney – built-up creosote is a major fire hazard.
🔥 Test your smoke detectors every month and change batteries regularly.
🔥 Have a family evacuation plan – know at least two ways out of every room.
🔥 Practice fire drills together – a plan is only useful if everyone knows what to do.

Fire safety starts before the smoke alarm sounds. 🚨

09/13/2025

What is ESS?

Emergency Support Services (ESS) provides short-term assistance to people displaced by disasters such as fires, floods, or evacuations. ESS helps with shelter, food, clothing, and other essentials while longer-term support is arranged. Volunteers are trained to respond quickly, offering comfort and stability when it’s needed most.

08/19/2025

Launch Your Future with the Junior Emergency Support Services Program

Are you a Grade 10–12 student who wants to gain real-world experience, help your community, and prepare for your future? The Town of Port McNeill is introducing the Junior Emergency Support Services (ESS) Program — an exciting opportunity to learn how communities respond to emergencies such as wildfires, floods, and power outages.

What you’ll gain:

❗️Hands-on training in emergency response and community support

❗️Volunteer credits toward high school graduation

❗️Mentorship from experienced ESS team members

❗️Eligibility for the ESS Bursary after successful completion

This program will build your leadership skills, enhance your resume, and give you the chance to make a meaningful impact where it matters most — right here in your community.

Serve your community. Shape your future. Become a Junior ESS Volunteer today.

06/05/2025

June is National Indigenous History Month - a time to honour the cultures, traditions, and strength of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. Today, we also mark the 10-year anniversary of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s release of its 94 Calls to Action.

There are over 200 First Nations in BC with distinct languages, cultures, values, traditions, world views and customs. And Métis people and culture are a vital part of the fabric of our province. This month, and every month, we recognize and celebrate the knowledge, leadership, and cultural richness of Indigenous Peoples. https://declaration.gov.bc.ca/