It's vital to be prepared for an unexpected earthquake that could happen at any time without warning. Watch this Canadian Red Cross short with Earthquake Seismologist, Alison Bird, to learn more on how to Drop, Cover & Hold On if you are a mobility aid user: youtube.com/shorts/_MmYULc…

Did you know Canada's largest onshore #earthquake was in 1946 near Campbell River on Vancouver Island? It was a M7.3 and was felt as far away as Portland, Oregon! #DidYouKnow #throwbackThursday #ShakeOutBC #ShakeOutDontFreakOut

🏕️ Camping season is here! Stay safe by practising #DropCoverHoldOn when setting up camp. It is important to be prepared for earthquakes even in the great outdoors.🌲 For more tips, check out our safety fact sheet: shakeoutbc.ca/wp-content/upl… #CampingSafety #ShakeOutBC #StaySafe

We are back with another #ScenarioSunday! You were at home when an earthquake happened. You were asked by the neighbours to exit your building because there is a chance that it might collapse. Tell us one item that you should include in your go-bag!

🌍 Every quake teaches us something new! 🌊 Dive into our #QuakeTales series to learn about peoples firsthand earthquake encounters and learn the importance of preparedness and resilience. Start with Pete Geddes' story from the 1964 Port Alberni Tsunami: bcearthquakealliance.ca/bcea-quake-tal…

Sign up to be counted among the millions worldwide who will “Drop, Cover and Hold On” Oct 17 for #ShakeOut2024: shakeoutbc.ca! By signing up for ShakeOut, you will be updated with timely news, resources for your drill, and preparedness tips leading up to the drill.

🌍 After signing up for #ShakeOut2024, don’t forget to check out our resources! Visit our website for eye-catching posters to boost participation & spread the word about earthquake preparedness. 📝🌟 Explore these free ShakeOutBC resources right here: shakeoutbc.ca/media-resource… 🌐

The fall weather 🍂 has us looking ahead to #ShakeOut happening on October 17 at 10:17am. Don't wait until then to enhance your earthquake preparedness. Start by registering for the drill: shakeoutbc.ca/join-the-drill… then practice your drop, cover and hold on. ShakeOut BC #Saanich

#DYK around 4000 earthquakes are recorded in #BC each year. If you feel the ground start to shake or receive an alert on your phone, TV or radio: Drop, Cover & Hold On ✔️ Get some practice by joining the ShakeOut BC drill on Oct 17! Register here: ShakeOutBC.ca

Welcome Canada to the #EEW family! USGS & Natural Resources collaborate, along with federal, Indigenous, Tribal, state, provincial, territorial, and local partners, to advance public safety through EEW. See: earthquakescanada.nrcan.gc.ca/eew-asp/system… Natural Resources PNSN Prepared BC ShakeOutBC Oregon Hazards Lab US Department of the Interior

The national Earthquake Early Warning system is operating in B.C.! Learn more about this system and how it works: ow.ly/KUp150TafGp

This week’s #ScenarioSunday: You’re at the mall when suddenly an earthquake strikes!🌍 When you wake up, there are injured people around, but you can still move safely. The exit is blocked! 🚧 What’s your next move? What you can do or how you can prepare for this situation💪

Join us for another exciting “Ask-The-Experts" webinar on October 15th🌍 Visit shakeoutbc.ca/event/ask-an-e… to secure your spot! 📲✨ #AskTheExperts #ShakeOut #ShakeOutBC #TsunamiPreparedness #EarthquakePreparedness

We are back with another #ScenarioSunday! A few weeks ago, you went through an earthquake. Even though you are safe now, when you hear loud noises you are still having flashbacks and feeling anxious. What can you do to help yourself? Tell us a best practice!

#MythBustingMonday: Still think standing in a doorway is the safest spot during an earthquake? Think again!🚫 Modern building codes have evolved, and the safest move now is to Drop, Cover, and Hold On! ⬇️✋ Check out ShakeOutBC's guide to practice: shakeoutbc.ca/how-to-run-a-d…

Know how to protect yourself during an earthquake if you’re in a car ➡️ Pull over, stop & set the brake. Avoid overpasses, bridges & other hazards. Stay in the car until shaking stops ✔️ More: PreparedBC.ca/earthquakes Register for ShakeOutBC.ca on Oct 17 to practice!

📣 BC is the most seismically active area in Canada, with thousands of minor earthquakes yearly. Join us for #ShakeOutBC2024 on Oct 17 at 10:17 AM to build community-wide preparedness!⏰ Remember:1️⃣Drop2️⃣Cover3️⃣Hold On. Sign up now to be quake ready!🔗 shakeoutbc.ca

On this #ScenarioSunday, imagine that you are spending time with your kids at the zoo when an earthquake occurs. What do you do? Tell us a best practice!

If you feel an earthquake, aftershock or receive an Earthquake Early Warning alert on your phone, TV or radio: Drop, Cover & Hold On ✔️ Get prepared: PreparedBC.ca/earthquakes Register and participate in ShakeOutBC.ca on Oct 17 to get some practice! ShakeOut BC

Preparation is not something you have to do alone. One of the best ways you can be earthquake-ready is to join hundreds of thousands in the #ShakeOut2024 drill across BC. Take part in the largest earthquake drill in BC; it is only one month away: shakeoutbc.ca.