emergency preparedness Archives - Cottage Life

Aerial view of winding highway road and fresh water lake surrounded by coniferous forests going to horizon, sunny summer day. Northern Ontario, Canada. Shot from the air with drone. remote connectivity

Rogers launches satellite messaging service across Canada—including remote cottaging areas

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Why you need a portable power station at the cottage

Person putting first aid kit into a bag

Why you need a grab-and-go emergency kit this wildfire season

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The after effects of an ice storm in winter. Trees and tree branches down on a snowy rural road after a storm, power outage

Half of Ontarians unprepared for next big power outage, says new report

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Wavy water in Presqu'ile point, rip current

What to do if you get caught in a rip current

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Automobile compressor. Electric pump inflates a car wheel close-up, emergencies

7 items you should always have in your car for emergencies

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Close-up shot of a person holding a can of bear spray.

8 essential safety items that every cottage needs

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Fresh succulent salmon steaks flavoured with sprigs of thyme grilling on aluminum foil on a barbecue grill

6 essential items for when the power goes out

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