How Lincolnshire Communities can get Involved

Building a Resilient Community - The Power of Preparedness

Imagine a world thrown into chaos: power outages, downed communication lines, and crippled essential services. Floodwaters rise, forcing people from their homes, leaving them stranded and afraid. While this may seem unlikely, such disasters can and do happen.

In an era of increasing natural disasters and unforeseen crises, the resilience of our communities has never been more important. While government agencies play a crucial role, the true backbone of a community's ability to recover lies in its own preparedness.

By proactively preparing for emergencies, we can significantly mitigate the impact of disasters and accelerate the recovery process. From assembling emergency kits and creating family emergency plans to participating in community drills and volunteering, every individual plays a crucial role in building a resilient community.

The Power of a Community Emergency Plan (CEP)

Having a well-defined community emergency plan in place acts as a safety net. It helps communities sustain and protect their residents until professional help arrives. While communities naturally come together during a crisis, a central coordinated point makes all the difference.

A robust plan ensures an effective response by:

• Streamlining communication: Everyone knows who to contact and how to receive vital information.
• Coordinating resources: Essential supplies, shelters, and volunteers are efficiently allocated.
• Minimising confusion: Clear guidelines and procedures keep everyone in action and minimise confusion.

Building Your Community Plan

Lincolnshire County Council’s Emergency Planning & Business Continuity Service is excited to announce the launch of a ground-breaking new tool designed to empower communities to create their own emergency plans. This innovative system simplifies the complex process of developing a comprehensive emergency plan, making it accessible to communities of all sizes.

By answering a series of straightforward questions, community members can generate a tailored emergency plan that addresses their specific needs and vulnerabilities. The user-friendly online form (see below) guides you through the process, ensuring a clear and efficient plan creation.

Once submitted, the system generates a draft plan, which is then sent to the community for review and customisation. A copy of the plan is also securely stored at the County Emergency Centre, allowing for future development and rapid response in the event of an emergency.

Together let’s build a safer, more resilient community.