via PMH

Prairie Mountain Health is advising the public that the upcoming Winter Storm / Blizzard may cause weather related services delays or cancellations of client appointments and / or scheduled events.

Please Call Ahead!

Before leaving your home, please call your health-care provider to confirm your appointment.

Home Care Clients are encouraged to activate their backup plans with family members and friends.

Clients can cancel or postpone visits by contacting the After hours line at: North: 1-833-620-0316 South: 1-855-644-0399 Central: 1-833-578-2325 For all emergencies, call 911.

Power outages can occur during blizzards and Manitobans are encouraged to prepare basic emergency kits with drinking water, food, medicine, a first-aid kit and a flashlight.

More information is available at: www.manitoba.ca/emo/prepare/kit.html#basic.