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Update from PEI EMO on effects of Hurricane Dorian
2019-09-09
Islanders are beginning to see the recovery efforts from government, community partners and Maritime Electric. Restoration efforts following Hurricane Dorian are well underway and will be ongoing for several days and weeks.
There have been no known fatalities due to Hurricane Dorian. The safety...
Overflow shelter support opening during Dorian
2019-09-06
To help Islanders experiencing homelessness during the potential effects of Hurricane Dorian, overflow shelter support will open at Jack Blanchard Hall (7 Pond Street, Charlottetown) starting at noon on Saturday, September 7.
It will remain open until at least noon on Sunday, September 8. Further...
Government delivers emergency funding to Islanders
2019-09-14
Islanders will be able to access emergency funding from government in the coming days to help recover costs associated with damages following Hurricane Dorian.
The province’s first-ever Provincial Disaster Assistance Program will be rolled out early next week to help Islanders with costs to repair...
Government of PEI partners with Canadian Red Cross to provide additional support to Islanders
2019-10-03
The Government of Prince Edward Island has partnered with the Canadian Red Cross to continue delivery of the Provincial Disaster Financial Assistance program (PDFAP) for Islanders. The program will provide residents, small businesses and not-for-profit organizations with an opportunity to apply for...
Islanders advised to prepare for impacts of Hurricane Dorian
2019-09-05
Hurricanes and tropical storms are violent weather systems which can change direction on short notice. Even a significantly weakened system can carry high winds, heavy rain and flooding and can cause widespread destruction.
The current track for Hurricane Dorian shows the storm passing through...
More help available for people at Island food banks during storm recovery
2019-09-11
More help is available to Islanders who need it through Island food banks as part of response and recovery efforts following Hurricane Dorian.
Island food banks will provide immediate food relief to Islanders, particularly the most vulnerable, who lost power and may be relying on the support of...
Wind and rain forecasted could mean more downed trees
2019-09-11
With many trees already damaged due to Hurricane Dorian - and rain and wind in the forecast for this afternoon and overnight - more trees and branches could fall. There is a risk of additional utility outages and more debris blocking roads.
Be prepared for continued or additional power outages...