Stay safe with MB Ready

Wolseley

This year, our government marked Emergency Preparedness Week, recognized from May 3 to 9, with the launch of the new MB Ready app, a tool designed to help Manitobans stay informed, connected, and prepared during emergencies.

One of the things I hear often from constituents is that folks want clear and reliable information during emergencies. Folks want to know what is happening, how it may affect their families, and where they can find trusted updates. MB Ready was created with that in mind.

The app provides real-time, location-based notifications about emergencies and hazards across the province, including wildfires, severe weather, road closures, floods, and power outages. Users can customize alerts for places that matter most to them, whether that’s home, work, school, or the cottage. Having access to accurate information quickly can help folks make informed decisions and stay safe.

MB Ready also includes practical tools and resources to help households prepare before emergencies happen. Manitobans can learn how to create emergency plans, build emergency kits, understand local risks, and access safety information during emergencies. Preparedness is not about fear, it’s about making sure folks feel supported, informed, and ready when unexpected situations arise.

As minister responsible for the Emergency Management Organization, I’m proud to see this important public safety resource now available as a mobile app and website in both official languages. As wildfire season begins and Manitobans spend more time travelling, camping, and enjoying the outdoors, staying informed becomes especially important.

I encourage folks to access MB Ready online at mbready.manitoba.ca or by downloading the app on their mobile device.

Conditions can change quickly, and emergencies such as wildfires, severe storms, and flooding can happen with little warning. Taking simple steps ahead of time can help keep families, neighbours, and communities safe.

Looking out for one another is part of what makes Manitoba communities strong. In Wolseley, I know many community members are already checking in on neighbours, supporting loved ones, and thinking about how to stay safe during emergencies. That strong sense of community care is something I see every day in our neighbourhood, and it’s one of the reasons preparedness matters so much.

Stay informed, stay safe, and as always, please reach out to my office if you need support with any provincial services at lisa.naylor@yourmanitoba.ca or 204-792-2773.