Tsunami Preparedness Resources
Each year, the BC Earthquake Alliance partners in Tsunami Preparedness Week in BC.
Planning is underway for BCEAs 2025 education events and activities that augment the High Ground Hike activities hosted by Prepared BC (Government of BC’s Emergency Management and Climate Readiness) and communities.
For more information about hosting a High Ground Hike: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/
Please watch our event calendar for more details.
Please watch our event calendar for more details.
Resources
Prepared BC. (Government of BC). Tsunami Preparedness Information
Site contains user friendly preparedness information and tsunami notification zones:
Strathcona Regional District. Tsunami Portal
This resource contains Tsunami-related content including important information about tsunami and protective activities, inundation studies, story maps, and more:
BC Earthquake Alliance. (2023). Tsunami Ready.
Recorded presentation by Teron Moore to the BCEA Annual General Meeting features helpful resources and local information:
Ocean Networks Canada. “Tsunami 11th Relative”
This documentary is a compelling exploration of the intersection between traditional Indigenous Knowledge and modern ocean science, showcasing the importance of integrating these two perspectives to enhance community resilience. Through a captivating narrative, viewers are immersed in the rich history of tsunami resilience on the Pacific West Coast, highlighting the invaluable insights gained from combining Indigenous Knowledge with scientific data
Capital Regional District. Tsunami Information Portal
The Capital Region Tsunami Information Portal contains an interactive explorer that provides resources and tools to identify and locate hazard specific and safety information/data related to tsunami events:
Stay connected with us for more updates on our ongoing efforts to enhance tsunami preparedness along the BC coast. Together, we can build a safer and more resilient future for our communities.