We just received word that the tsunami advisory has been lifted.
Due to a large earthquake has occurred in the Pacific Basin near Kamchatka, Russia. The National Tsunami Warning Center has issued a cancellation for all watch, advisory and warning notices for coastal British Columbia that were issued for this event.
No zones of coastal British Columbia are at risk. Repeat, no zones of coastal British Columbia are at risk.
The Central Saanich Emergency Program will be standing down its emergency operations centre.
A few important reminders about emergency preparedness:
- If you do not receive local emergency alerts, visit csaanich.ca/spa and register for Saanich Peninsula Alert
- During potential emergency events in Central Saanich, the Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) will be activated for a coordinated response to the event.
- Always prepared for an emergency. Keep a grab-and-go bag ready and at least one week of food, drink and supplies for your household.
Visit centralsaanich.ca/getprepared
This is the final notification that will be issued for this event.