Emergency notices
Emergency preparedness
In the event of an emergency or major disaster, you should be prepared to be self-sufficient for at least 72 hours or to evacuate on short notice.
To get prepared, it's important to:
- Understand the potential hazards
- Create an emergency plan
- Prepare an emergency kit or grab-and-go bag (in case you need to leave in a hurry)
Find a checklist of steps you can take to get prepared: 26 Weeks to Emergency Preparedness.
General emergency preparedness resources
Find emergency preparedness links, guides, and resources to meet your needs.
Emergency information and updates
Find out where to look for emergency updates from various organizations.
Village of Lytton emergency response and recovery plan
Read the Village of Lytton's emergency response and recovery plan adopted by Council on September 9, 2025. This is a living document, which will continue to be updated as needed.
Read the Village's emergency response and recovery plan
See the hazard-specific roles and procedures in the Village's plan:
- Atmospheric Hazards (Severe Weather)
- Earthquake
- Fire – Wildland / Interface
- Flood
- Dangerous Goods / Hazardous Materials
- Pandemic Event
- Long-Term Power Interruption
- Transportation Disaster - Rail Incident
- Water Supply Disruption
Hazard-specific guides
Read these guides to learn how you can get prepared for specific hazards or emergencies:
Sign-up for emergency alerts with Voyent Alert!
Community members are encouraged to sign up for emergency alerts using the Voyent Alert! notification system.
This service is free, easy to use, and anonymous. You can sign up for text, phone call, or email alerts, including evacuation orders or alerts.
This service is provided by the Thompson-Nicola Regional District (TNRD). The TNRD runs the Emergency Operations Centre, which encompasses the Village of Lytton, for emergencies and disasters.
You can register on your cell phone or computer.