Plan to Return Home Safely When Travelling on the Land
Public Service Announcement
Plan to Return Home Safely When Travelling on the Land
Start Date: December 18, 2013
End Date: For repeat broadcast until March 31, 2014
Across Nunavut 45 sec
The Government of Nunavut would like to remind all Nunavummiut to take these safety precautions before travelling on the land this winter:
• Never travel without an emergency communications device. Sign out a free SPOT device at your hamlet office;
• Tell family and friends where you are going and when you will return;
• Prepare for 72 hours on the land. Bring extra fuel, food, clothing and equipment even on day trips.
If you get lost, stranded or have an emergency while on the land, remember to:
• Stay with your equipment and your travel companion;
• Press ‘Help’ on your SPOT device if you are stranded or lost, or;
• Press ‘911’ on your SPOT device in the event of a serious emergency.
Being prepared can save your life. Plan to return home safely when travelling on the land this winter.
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Media Contact:
Hillary Casey
Communications Officer/Policy Analyst
Community and Government Services
867-975-5342