The Saanich Emergency Program is a division of the Saanich Fire Dept. Emergency Program Officer (Capt.) Erin Stockill manages the account. Not monitored 24/7.
If
#ShakeOut
, the earthquake this morning AND the earthquake last week have you thinking about emergency preparedness, take your first step towards prep TODAY. Sign up for our virtual Preparedness 101 (Oct 8, 7pm) and learn how to get prepared.
Register:
Today's early-morning M3.8 earthquake near
#Vancouver
was within the subducting Juan de Fuca plate that is slowly being pushed beneath North America, from Vancouver Island to northern
#California
.
More on the tectonics and deep (type 2) earthquakes:
Waking up to the news of another earthquake nearby. Take these events as reminders to get prepared. 🔦🥫
Start simple, start now. Learn more:
#Saanich
#prepare
ShakeOut is 2⃣ weeks today!
This is an annual opportunity for individuals, communities, schools, and organizations to practice essential earthquake safety measures such as “Drop, Cover, and Hold On.”
Learn more:
#Saanich
#Prepare
#ShakeOut
@ShakeOutBC
Make October the month you get prepared. Join us on October 8th for a FREE virtual Preparedness 101.
Spaces are limited so be sure to register by emailing sep
@saanich
.ca or 250-475-7140.
#Saanich
#Prepare
The Municipal Hall is closed today (Sept. 30) for Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
We honour the children who never returned home and the Survivors of Canada's residential schools, their families and communities.
An impressive (record breaking?!) turn out for our ESS exercise this afternoon. These
#Saanich
residents train often to ensure they will meet the needs of the community following an emergency or disaster. Grateful! 🙏🫶
Join us:
It might be Saturday but it’s a busy day for SEP! We’re kicking things off with an Emergency Preparedness presentation & spending the afternoon conducting an Emergency Support Services exercise, complete with our COMMS team, BC Services &
@SaanichParksRec
colleagues! 💛
#Saanich
A 3.8 earthquake hit the Haro Strait early Thursday, felt across BC. For more details, visit:
Just 3 weeks before the
#ShakeOutBC
drill on Oct. 17 at 10:17 a.m., it’s a reminder to practice "Drop, Cover, Hold On." Sign up at .
The earthquake yesterday a.m. is a reminder that we live in a seismically active region. While most earthquakes are small and sometimes unfelt, it's important to be prepared. 🥫📻
Join us Oct. 8 for a FREE virtual Preparedness 101, 7pm.💻
#Saanich
#Prepare
Although this was planned before the earthquake this morning, the timing of this exercise couldn’t be better! Staff who would fill Emergency Operations Centre Support Specialist roles are hard at work honing their skills! ✨
#Saanich
#prepare
4am wake up? ⏰
If this mornings earthquake has you questioning your level of emergency preparedness, we can help. 🤝
Sign up for a virtual Preparedness 101 session, happening October 8th, 7pm. 250-475-7140 or sep
@saanich
.ca to register.
#Saanich
#Prepare
Did you feel shaking early this morning (04:05 PT)?
That was a a M3.8
#earthquake
located about 9 km SE of Sidney, BC. It was felt by many 100's of people from
#Victoria
to
#Vancouver
and in
#WA
. This was a deep earthquake, 55 km beneath the surface.
More
Let's talk earthquakes‼️
Were you in bed when the shaking started?🛌
Hold On and stay there. Protect your head with a pillow or blanket. You are less likely to be injured in bed where you are shielded from flying objects and broken glass.
#Saanich
#Prepare
Did you feel the earthquake this morning?
And more importantly, did you know what to do? Is your emergency kit current and filled right the right items?
We'll help you answer 'YES!' to being prepared and not scared on
@cfax1070
this morning at 0620.
#Saanich
#Prepare
An 4.0 earthquake has occurred & was lightly felt near Saanichton,
#BC
. There are no reports of damage or injury and none are expected. More info:
#BCEarthquake
The first wind event of the season is forecast for this evening. 🍃
A little work before a storm = time well spent. Secure items to prevent from blowing away or tipping in strong winds. Charge your phone and flashlight, too! 🔦
#Saanich
#Prepare
An important reminder from
@bchydro
as we head into stormy weather this fall: if you encounter a downed power line, stay back at least 10 metres and call 9-1-1.
#911BC
Challenge accepted,
@waShakeOut
!🌍💪 Let's see which side of the border can shake up the most sign ups for
#ShakeOut2024
on October 17th!
BC, we need your help to win this cross-border challenge! Sign up here: and show Washington what we're made of!🚨👊
Don't forget to sign up for another exciting “Ask-The-Experts" webinar on October 15th 🌍
Have experts answer your questions about earthquakes and how to be best prepared.
Thank you to those who have already signed up!
Visit to secure your spot! 📲