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Shakeout
ONC tests earthquake early warnings
Media release
Ocean Networks Canada has installed the final set of underwater earthquake early warning sensors off the west coast of Canada, and will mark a significant operational milestone in partnership with Protrans BC, operator of Vancouver’s Canada Line rapid transit system, with a simulated exercise.
"Drop, Cover and Hold On" on Oct. 19
The Ring
Learn what to do during an earthquake to protect yourself—Drop, Cover and Hold On! Participate in the Great British Columbia ShakeOut on Oct. 19.
2015 ShakeOut earthquake drill
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The Great BC ShakeOut happens Oct.15 at exactly 10:15 a.m.—so be ready to DROP, COVER and HOLD ON!
Great ShakeOut drill Oct. 20
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Recent earthquakes in BC and around the world are constant reminders that we live in an earthquake zone. Do you know what to do when the earth starts shaking? Are you ready to “drop, cover and hold on?” UVic did a great job of “shaking out” during the first province-wide earthquake drill last January. As the annual date for BC has been changed to October, a second large provincial exercise is planned on October 20 at exactly 10:20 a.m.
Great BC Shakeout a success
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Thanks to the participation of students, staff and faculty, the Great BC ShakeOut earthquake drill on Jan. 26 was a huge success on campus. Those who "shook it out" at UVic joined over 470,000 total participants province-wide. The drill increased aw…
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