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First Onsite highlights disaster readiness <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n during Emergency Preparedness Week<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n MISSISSAUGA, ONT.<\/strong>: New survey data released by First Onsite Property Restoration, finds that half of Canadians (50%) are worried about tornadoes and severe winds, while 28 per cent have fears of hurricanes (led by Atlantic Canada at 64%).<\/p>\n\n\n\n First Onsite released the numbers as the second leg of its annual weather and property survey examining Canadians\u2019 concerns, perceptions, and property readiness regarding disasters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The survey data released also finds that half of Atlantic Canadians (53%) are worried about tornadoes and severe winds, while 64 per cent have fears of hurricanes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Additionally, two thirds of Atlantic Canadians (66%) believe climate change is driving up cost of their insurance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n ADVERTISEMENT:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n [adrotate banner=”31″]<\/p>\n\n\n\n [adrotate banner=”192″]<\/p>\n\n\n\n For context on tornadoes in Canada, Western University\u2019s Northern Tornadoes Project<\/a> (NTP) recorded 86 tornadoes (including a fire-generated tornado) across Canada during the 2023 season, while the previous year saw 129 \u2013 a Canadian record for the most tornadoes documented in a year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n First Onsite is using its platform to provide advocacy and awareness around public safety during Emergency Preparedness Week (May 5-11), a national event supported by Public Safety Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In terms of hurricanes in Canada, there have been many over the years, but Fiona is freshest in the collective consciousness. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Fiona made landfall in September, 2022 and would go down as one of the most brutal weather events to impact eastern Canada, affecting Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and P.E.I. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The hurricane recorded winds over 165kph, claimed 25 lives, and caused over $845 million in damage, making it one of the costliest extreme weather events in Canada to date. See First Onsite\u2019s case study about the company\u2019s response to Hurricane Fiona here.<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n ADVERTISEMENT:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n [adrotate banner=”34″]<\/p>\n\n\n\n [adrotate banner=”105″]<\/p>\n\n\n\n Climate change and insurance.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n In the survey, two thirds of Canadians believe climate change is driving up cost of their home or business insurance. That fear is not unfounded. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Disaster claims in Canada have more than quadrupled over the past 15 years, accounting for $3.1 billion of insured losses in 2022 and the same amount in 2023. This is up from $400 million in 2008, according to the Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Seven-in-10 Canadians (69%) are concerned about the loss of valuables and personal items, and a similar number (72%) worries about the cost of major renovations and repairs resulting from weather-related disasters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cVolatile weather has put many Canadians on edge, and for a good reason, said Jim Mandeville, SVP of large loss for First Onsite. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cWhen disasters strike, knowing what to expect can make a world of difference \u2013 that is why planning and preparedness are so essential.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n ADVERTISEMENT:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n [adrotate banner=”210″]<\/p>\n\n\n\n [adrotate group=”6″]<\/p>\n\n\n\n Preparedness, safety and facing evacuation surveyed back in March<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n In terms of preparedness and safety, First Onsite survey\u2019s first leg<\/a> released in March, found that two thirds of Canadians (64%) doubted their level of preparedness in the event of a disaster, eight-in-10 were concerned about personal or family safety and 63 per cent feared having to leave their home or community if a disaster struck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ensuring our communities are equipped with robust emergency response plans<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n From natural disasters to unforeseen crises, having a solid plan in place can make all the difference. It\u2019s also important to take time to review and update disaster plans once a year. For businesses, this should also include having a partnership with a property restoration company in place before any type of disaster occurs. \u201cThe actions business owners and homeowners take before a storm make all the difference in the recovery afterwards,\u201d said Mandeville.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Resources for businesses and homeowners<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n First Onsite provides resources such as a Disaster Supply Kit Checklist<\/a> and a Small-Business Disaster Recovery Checklist<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n First Onsite is using its platform to provide advocacy and awareness around public safety during Emergency Preparedness Week (this week), a national event supported by Public Safety Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n [adrotate banner=”71″]<\/p>\n\n\n\n [adrotate banner=”206″]<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" [adrotate banner=”169″] [adrotate banner=”188″] First Onsite highlights disaster readiness during Emergency Preparedness Week MISSISSAUGA, ONT.: New survey data released by First Onsite Property Restoration, finds that half of Canadians (50%) are worried about tornadoes and severe winds, while 28 per cent have fears of hurricanes (led by Atlantic Canada at 64%). 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