Earthquakes are a common topic of conversation in regions and communities along the Pacific Ring of Fire—and rightly so! In West Coast communities in British Columbia, for example, more talk of “the big one” means … More →
You never know where you might be when an earthquake hits. Knowing Drop! Cover! and Hold On! is very important, but it’s also a good idea to think past this to envision and flesh out … More →
If you live anywhere near the Georgia Strait—perhaps the lower mainland of BC or on the southern end of Vancouver Island—you probably felt the earthquake late on the evening of December 29th. Maybe you were … More →
With all of the talk of earthquakes lately—especially here in British Columbia—we’ve been focusing a lot on how to prepare for two weeks of self sustenance. And while all aspects of earthquake preparation is extremely … More →
In the province of British Columbia, the government has created Public Safety & Emergency Services that rely on volunteers to make them successful. The government (Emergency Management BC) involves them right at the ground level … More →
Today we reach the eighth and final component of emergency preparedness: sanitation. While cleanliness may not even be present in your consciousness in the midst of an emergency—when the need arises, you’ll be beyond relieved … More →
If you’re caught in the mess of an earthquake, you’re inevitably going to be surrounded by a lot or rubble, dirt, and dust. So if you’re injured, the risk of infection will be high. That’s just … More →
Water and food, heat, shelter and light are all top priorities when you’re preparing for an earthquake. It’s also incredibly important to have the ability to communicate during an earthquake, especially if it’s “the big … More →
In the past month, we’ve gone over the importance of the top four essentials when it comes to earthquake preparedness. Today we’re moving onto the fifth priority, which is light! Water Food Heat Shelter Light … More →
Living on the West Coast means that “the big one” is always in the back of our minds. It also means that we should be prepared for a minimum of 2 weeks of self-sufficiency. In … More →
If you’ve arrived here on your quest to prepare for the event of an earthquake, you’re on the right track. Especially if you live in British Columbia. Being prepared for an emergency means you are … More →
As mentioned in last week’s post about water as a top priority in Earthquake Preparedness, there are eight fundamental steps when it comes to preparing yourself for the occurrence of an earthquake. If you’re living in … More →