Declare a state of local emergency (Form 5): for mayor or warden
Mayors or wardens can declare a state of local emergency for a maximum of 7 days if municipal councils are unable to act.
Use Form 5: Declaration of a State of Local Emergency (Mayor or Warden) to declare a state of local emergency for a maximum of 7 days if your municipal council is unable to act.
Who can use this form
Mayors and wardens need to use this form to declare a state of local emergency for a maximum of 7 days if their municipal council is unable to act.
What you need to do
- Complete the form.
- Send your completed form by email, fax or mail.
How long it takes
The state of local emergency is in effect as soon as the mayor, warden or designate signs the form. After the Emergency Management Office receives your form, they update their records.
Cost
There is no cost to submit the form.
Before you start
Make sure you have the mayor, warden or designate available to sign the form.