Resources

Disaster Support Hubs
Disaster Support Hubs

There are 25 locations designated as disaster support hubs in the city of Vancouver. For more information, watch this video and visit City of Vancouver website.

Earthquake and Tsunami Smart Manual

BC government Tsunamis preparedness webpage The government of British Columbia has prepared a guide to protecting your family. This guide is available in pdf form here: 2015_earthquake_tsunami_smartmanual_v07

Earthquake Hazard Identification & Risk Analysis

Tim Beale created a PowerPoint presentation for DEEP. His slides are available in pdf form here: Earthquake Hazard Identification & Risk Analysis & How to be Prepared

Step by Step Guide for Emergency Preparedness

John Halldorson has created a checklist to help you collect items for your home emergency kit.

Vancouver Earthquake Preparedness Strategy

Read more about earthquake preparedness strategy from the City of Vancouver website.

Emergency! This Family is Prepared
Emergency!  This Family is Prepared

Watch two videos about how to prepare your household for an emergency. Areas to think about include: financial records, shelter needs, food, water, sanitation, medical supplies and communications.

During an earthquake…
During an earthquake…

The information given below was provided by Earthquake Country Alliance. During an earthquake… If you are inside, stay inside. DO NOT run outside or to other rooms during shaking.   DROP down onto your hands and knees (before the earthquake knocks you down). This position protects ...

Earthquake Road Safety
Earthquake Road Safety

For more information, visit: BC government Earthquake Road Safety webpage

What Can You Do to Prepare?

Want to learn more about how to prepare yourself, your family, and your pets for an emergency? Sign up for a free City of Vancouver emergency planning workshop. In the workshops, you will learn to prepare for, respond to, and recover ...