The Shelter Support Line continues to support people experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity and in need of temporary emergency shelter. Of these requests, there have been 378 site visit assessments, 16 properties have had large trees removed due to safety concerns, and 42 properties will be visited by contractors to begin clean-up efforts.Īny resident with immediate needs can contact the Canadian Red Cross at 1-80.Ĭommunity supports, including Island food banks, continue to be available to all residents.The Department of Transportation has received 4,470 requests for debris removal from personal property.
A total of $5,161,750 has been issued to 20,646 Island households through the Canadian Red Cross as part of the one-time $250 provincial financial assistance.Contact your local council to get the latest information on their operating hours. Many municipalities continue to operate reception centres based on needs of their residents.Provincial resources have knocked on 481 Island doors to check in on residents.Over 4,000 trees have been cut and 137 roadways opened by the Canadian Armed Forces Taskforce.Department of Transportation and Infrastructure staff along with partner agency crews are still assisting Maritime Electric to clear debris for pole line technicians to fix damaged infrastructure.The PEI Emergency Measures Organization (EMO) remains active and staff continue to monitor the evolving post-Fiona situation while working to address residents’ immediate needs.Īs of October 7, provincial recovery efforts include: Fill up vehicles and generators, if necessary.Ensure your 72-hour kit is adequately stocked, and replenished as needed, including additional batteries, wind-up radio devices, flashlights, can openers for non-perishable foods.Be extra vigilant when travelling near areas where debris may be obstructing roadways.When driving, slow down and keep a safe distance away for crews, and exercise caution while driving at night.Residents are urged to exercise caution as restoration efforts are ongoing, and to take safe fire prevention actions during current and future power outages. Wind and more rain in the weekend’s forecast may cause more branches and trees to fall, and move curbside debris into Island roadways, causing potentially additional damage to roads and property.
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