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Residents are being invited to take part in a free community workshop aimed at helping people better prepare for extreme weather and emergencies.
Hosted by the Australian Red Cross at the Cardwell Community Hall on Wednesday, 18 March, the EmergencyRedi™ Workshop will provide practical guidance on understanding local risks and building personal and household preparedness. Doors will open at 9:30am with a free morning tea, before the workshop runs from 10:15am to 11:45am. Everyone is welcome to attend.
As Australia continues to experience more frequent and severe weather events, organisers say being prepared has never been more important. The workshop is supported by NRMA Insurance through its Help Nation initiative, which aims to bring communities together to strengthen resilience and readiness.
During the session, participants will learn about the practical, psychological and social steps they can take to reduce the impacts of disasters and other crises. The workshop introduces attendees to the RediPlan®, an all-hazards household emergency plan developed by the Australian Red Cross.
The workshop focuses on four key areas: learning about local emergency risks and plans; strengthening connections with household members and support networks; getting organised by securing important documents, planning for pets and dependants, and reviewing insurance; and preparing an emergency kit that is ready to go.
EmergencyRedi™ workshops are designed to be relaxed, interactive and tailored to local needs, using real-life examples and facilitated discussion to make preparedness practical and achievable.
Places are free but bookings are essential and can be made online at https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/cardwell-australian-red-cross-emergencyreditm-workshop-tickets-1983579709307?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl.
Community members are encouraged to secure their spot and take a proactive step towards being better prepared for whatever the season brings.
What: Australian Red Cross EmergencyRedi™ Workshop
When: Wednesday, 18 March, 9:30am
Where: Cardwell Community Hall
CAPTION: A FREE Australian Red Cross, the EmergencyRedi™ Workshop will be held next week at the Cardwell Community Hall. Photo source: Australian Red Cross
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