Do you know what to do if a tsunami hits B.C.? Recent earthquakes underscore importance of preparedness, province says

Why this coastal B.C. community wants to build a tsunami evacuation tower

Located on Vancouver Island's west coast, the popular tourist destination sees its population of 2,500 nearly double during the busy summer months.

Many tectonic plates meet in the Pacific Fire Ring. This zone is extremely active – and provokes earthquakes, volcanic eruptions and tsunamis.

Tsunami Preparedness Week kicks off this weekend in B.C.

Saturday marked the beginning of B.C.’s Tsunami Preparedness Week. According to the provincial government, the week is a reminder for residents to be aware of — and prepare for — the risk of tsunamis after earthquakes in coastal areas. “Tsunamis are large waves, most often caused by large undersea earthquakes,” said Minister of Emergency Management […]

Do you know what to do if a tsunami hits B.C.? Recent earthquakes underscore importance of preparedness, province says

Why this coastal B.C. community wants to build a tsunami evacuation tower #BCNews #Canada #CDNNews #WesternCanada #BC

It’s tsunami preparedness week, and in one British Columbia community, they’re taking it particularly seriously. “Being prepared on the coast in Tofino is part of life, and the kids know, the families know, the visitors certainly are made aware,” said Tofino Mayor Dan Law. Located on Vancouver Island’s west coast, the popular tourist destination sees its population of 2,500 nearly double during the busy summer months. It’s also uniquely exposed …

Master of Disaster: Youth emergency preparedness - Province of British Columbia

The Master of Disaster program is a free program designed to help young people learn about emergency preparedness. Educators can order a free, printed classroom kit delivered by mail or they can download the teaching materials to print themselves.