We are giving away 9 grab-&-go bags this #TsunamiPreparednessWeek 🌊

To participate in Day 3: comment which one is the official tsunami hazard symbol for BC

Hint: you can find it on page 21 of our EQ & Tsunami guide: ow.ly/HE6450QQmEu

Enter on FB & IG, too! Ends Apr 20

We are giving away 9 grab-&-go bags this #TsunamiPreparednessWeek 🌊

To participate in Day 2: There are both natural & official warning signs of a tsunami.

Comment either one natural or official sign of a tsunami ✔️

PreparedBC.ca/tsunamis

Enter on FB & IG, too! Ends Apr 20

High Ground Hikes happening in #NorthIsland for Tsunami Preparedness Week Apr 14 – 20: Tahsis (Apr 17), Zeballos, Nuchatlaht First Nation & Ehattesaht Chinehkint First Nation (Apr 18), Kwakiutl (Apr 18), Port McNeill (Apr 19).
More at: news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2024E… or Prepared BC

We are giving away 9 grab-&-go bags this #TsunamiPreparednessWeek 🌊

To participate in Day 1: comment a coastal area & its notification zone (ex. Ucluelet Zone C) ✔️

Find detailed zone maps here: PreparedBC.ca/tsunamis

Enter on FB & IG, too! Ends Apr 20

Get prepared for tsunamis and practice your evacuation route to High Ground Hike during Tsunami Preparedness Week, April 14-20, 2024!

Prepare for tsunamis at PreparedBC.ca/tsunamis

Learn more about High Ground Hike at PreparedBC.ca/HighGroundHike

news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2024E…

#DYK that a tsunami wave may reach the shore in just minutes or take up to several hours? The first tsunami wave is not always the largest & the event may last for days 🌊

Learn how to stay safe: PreparedBC.ca/tsunamis

There are both natural and official warning signs of a tsunami 🌊

If you SEE a sudden rise or fall of the ocean, HEAR a roar or FEEL a strong earthquake, move to high ground immediately.

Contact your community to learn how official warnings will be shared in your area.

BC is a great place to build a life and enjoy the natural beauty of our province. But our weather and climate is getting more extreme and unpredictable. Understanding the early signs of drought will help us all respond. Gov.bc.ca/Drought

Did you know there are different levels of tsunami alerts? 🌊

Alerts are issued by the National Tsunami Warning Center.

Learn what these alerts mean & what actions to take for each: PreparedBC.ca/tsunamis 👈

Did you know that BC’s coast is divided into five tsunami notification zones? 🌊

Learn what zone you’re in so you know if your area is under a tsunami warning, advisory or watch.

Learn more: PreparedBC.ca/tsunamis

While fire-resistant plants are an important element of your garden, you should also ensure that you’re selecting the right mulch materials. For optimal fire resilience, choose gravel mulch or decorative crushed rock.

For more tips, visit: tinyurl.com/366j6cst

Coastal areas of BC are most at risk of tsunamis. If you’re near the coast & feel shaking:

Drop to the ground ✔️

Cover your head with your arms & bend over ✔️

Hold On & count to 60 before getting up then IMMEDIATELY go to high ground & stay there ✔️

PreparedBC.ca/tsunamis

Ember is back with more spring cleaning tips! Next up on her list is the removal of flammable debris such as dry leaves, twigs, and branches to help keep her property clean and resilient!

For more FireSmart tips, visit: tinyurl.com/366j6cst

The Canadian Earthquake Early Warning system launches this spring.

Q: Do you know what to do if you ever receive an earthquake early warning alert?

A: Read the alert. Take immediate action like Drop, Cover and Hold On

Learn more: PreparedBC.ca/earthquakes

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The #EM ESA recognizes the outstanding contribution of those who protect us all in disasters and other emergency situations. If you’d like to nominate an individual or group in the #EM or #SAR fields, visit: publicsafety.gc.ca/cnt/mrgnc-mngm…

Earthquakes can strike at any moment.

Make sure you’re prepared by having a plan, securing your space, and knowing what to do during a quake.

Find safety info here: ready.gov/earthquakes

The Canadian Earthquake Early Warning system launches this spring.

Q: Do you know what to do if you ever receive an earthquake early warning alert?

A: Read the alert. Take immediate action like Drop, Cover and Hold On

Learn more: PreparedBC.ca/earthquakes

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Tsunami Preparedness Week is April 14 - 20 🌊

During Tsunami Preparedness Week, many communities along the coast participate in High Ground Hikes to practice getting to a tsunami-safe location.

Are you participating?

Learn more: PreparedBC.ca/HighGroundHike

A 7.5 magnitude earthquake occurred in #Taiwan yesterday. While there was no tsunami threat to #BC , if you are near the coast & feel the ground start to shake:

Drop, Cover & Hold On ✔️

Count to 60 before getting up ✔️

Move to high ground ✔️

PreparedBC.ca/earthquakes

This event has been assessed. There is no tsunami threat to #BC . More info: tsunami.gov/events/PAAQ/20…