Determined to leave the ex-bird place, but so far it's still the fastest way to get regional weather, earthquake, wildfire, and transit updates.
If ECCC Weather BC, PreparedBC, Emergency Info BC, BC Wildfire Service, and DriveBC migrated to clearer skies I wouldn't go back.
If ECCC Weather BC, PreparedBC, Emergency Info BC, BC Wildfire Service, and DriveBC migrated to clearer skies I wouldn't go back.
November 19, 2024 at 4:47 AM
Determined to leave the ex-bird place, but so far it's still the fastest way to get regional weather, earthquake, wildfire, and transit updates.
If ECCC Weather BC, PreparedBC, Emergency Info BC, BC Wildfire Service, and DriveBC migrated to clearer skies I wouldn't go back.
If ECCC Weather BC, PreparedBC, Emergency Info BC, BC Wildfire Service, and DriveBC migrated to clearer skies I wouldn't go back.
Stay up to date with the latest emergency info in BC:
emergencyinfobc.ca / @EmergencyInfoBC
bcwildfire.ca / @BCGovFireInfo
@DriveBC
@PreparedBC
ESS.gov.bc.ca
Weather.gc.ca
Follow local governments, First Nations & health authorities for more.
emergencyinfobc.ca / @EmergencyInfoBC
bcwildfire.ca / @BCGovFireInfo
@DriveBC
@PreparedBC
ESS.gov.bc.ca
Weather.gc.ca
Follow local governments, First Nations & health authorities for more.
June 16, 2026 at 5:04 PM
Stay up to date with the latest emergency info in BC:
emergencyinfobc.ca / @EmergencyInfoBC
bcwildfire.ca / @BCGovFireInfo
@DriveBC
@PreparedBC
ESS.gov.bc.ca
Weather.gc.ca
Follow local governments, First Nations & health authorities for more.
emergencyinfobc.ca / @EmergencyInfoBC
bcwildfire.ca / @BCGovFireInfo
@DriveBC
@PreparedBC
ESS.gov.bc.ca
Weather.gc.ca
Follow local governments, First Nations & health authorities for more.
"The National Tsunami Warning Center has verified there is no Tsunami threat to BC"
I put together some earthquake info and resources which mostly point to PreparedBC, Emergency Info BC, Natural Resources Canada
I put together some earthquake info and resources which mostly point to PreparedBC, Emergency Info BC, Natural Resources Canada
M 5.1 Earthquake Felt in Vancouver
Did Vancouver just have an earthquake? Yes! USGS and Emergency BC have confirmed a M5.1 earthquake near Sechelt.
miss604.com
February 21, 2025 at 10:26 PM
"The National Tsunami Warning Center has verified there is no Tsunami threat to BC"
I put together some earthquake info and resources which mostly point to PreparedBC, Emergency Info BC, Natural Resources Canada
I put together some earthquake info and resources which mostly point to PreparedBC, Emergency Info BC, Natural Resources Canada
Last week PreparedBC turned 10! A decade of helping people in BC to be prepared.
Have you visited the PreparedBC website or participated in a preparedness event?
Learn more here: PreparedBC.ca
Have you visited the PreparedBC website or participated in a preparedness event?
Learn more here: PreparedBC.ca
July 8, 2025 at 7:14 PM
Last week PreparedBC turned 10! A decade of helping people in BC to be prepared.
Have you visited the PreparedBC website or participated in a preparedness event?
Learn more here: PreparedBC.ca
Have you visited the PreparedBC website or participated in a preparedness event?
Learn more here: PreparedBC.ca
Followed PreparedBC #bcearthquake instructions, good practice with kiddo!
Hold On & stay there, protecting your head with a pillow or blanket. You are less likely to be injured in bed where you are shielded from flying objects & broken glass. Most injuries occur when people try to run for cover.
Hold On & stay there, protecting your head with a pillow or blanket. You are less likely to be injured in bed where you are shielded from flying objects & broken glass. Most injuries occur when people try to run for cover.
March 3, 2025 at 1:32 PM
Followed PreparedBC #bcearthquake instructions, good practice with kiddo!
Hold On & stay there, protecting your head with a pillow or blanket. You are less likely to be injured in bed where you are shielded from flying objects & broken glass. Most injuries occur when people try to run for cover.
Hold On & stay there, protecting your head with a pillow or blanket. You are less likely to be injured in bed where you are shielded from flying objects & broken glass. Most injuries occur when people try to run for cover.
Heat-related illnesses may happen if your home can't stay cool during extreme heat.
Make a plan to go somewhere cool:
Malls ☀️
Libraries ☀️
Public cooling spaces ☀️
PreparedBC.ca/ExtremeHeat
#BCHeat - via PreparedBC on X: x.com/preparedbc/s...
Make a plan to go somewhere cool:
Malls ☀️
Libraries ☀️
Public cooling spaces ☀️
PreparedBC.ca/ExtremeHeat
#BCHeat - via PreparedBC on X: x.com/preparedbc/s...
August 5, 2026 at 8:45 PM
Heat-related illnesses may happen if your home can't stay cool during extreme heat.
Make a plan to go somewhere cool:
Malls ☀️
Libraries ☀️
Public cooling spaces ☀️
PreparedBC.ca/ExtremeHeat
#BCHeat - via PreparedBC on X: x.com/preparedbc/s...
Make a plan to go somewhere cool:
Malls ☀️
Libraries ☀️
Public cooling spaces ☀️
PreparedBC.ca/ExtremeHeat
#BCHeat - via PreparedBC on X: x.com/preparedbc/s...
Learn more about how to be #prepared for wildfires. Read our Wildfire Preparedness Guide at PreparedBC.ca/wildfires and download the B.C. Wildfire Service app for up to date information on wildfires.
#PreparedBC #preparedness
#PreparedBC #preparedness
June 20, 2025 at 10:22 PM
Learn more about how to be #prepared for wildfires. Read our Wildfire Preparedness Guide at PreparedBC.ca/wildfires and download the B.C. Wildfire Service app for up to date information on wildfires.
#PreparedBC #preparedness
#PreparedBC #preparedness
Warmer temperatures are in the forecast for #BC. Learn how to stay safe during hot weather with the PreparedBC Heat Preparedness Guide: PreparedBC.ca/ExtremeHeat
June 7, 2025 at 12:49 AM
Warmer temperatures are in the forecast for #BC. Learn how to stay safe during hot weather with the PreparedBC Heat Preparedness Guide: PreparedBC.ca/ExtremeHeat
Temperatures are increasing this week, #EnvironmentCanada has issued heat warnings for some areas of BC. Learn tips on staying safe and cool at PreparedBC.ca/ExtremeHeat
Learn more about heat warnings in BC at www.emergencyinfobc.gov.bc.ca/event/heat-2...
#BCHeat #PreparedBC
Learn more about heat warnings in BC at www.emergencyinfobc.gov.bc.ca/event/heat-2...
#BCHeat #PreparedBC
July 28, 2025 at 8:54 PM
Temperatures are increasing this week, #EnvironmentCanada has issued heat warnings for some areas of BC. Learn tips on staying safe and cool at PreparedBC.ca/ExtremeHeat
Learn more about heat warnings in BC at www.emergencyinfobc.gov.bc.ca/event/heat-2...
#BCHeat #PreparedBC
Learn more about heat warnings in BC at www.emergencyinfobc.gov.bc.ca/event/heat-2...
#BCHeat #PreparedBC
There are many good guides on this website for just about anything imaginable that could impact you and your family or home. Free downloads. #disaster
www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/...
www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/...
PreparedBC emergency guides and resources
Downloadable guides and fill-in-the-blank plans to help you prepare for emergencies.
www2.gov.bc.ca
January 29, 2026 at 8:14 PM
There are many good guides on this website for just about anything imaginable that could impact you and your family or home. Free downloads. #disaster
www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/...
www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/...
It’s #emergencypreparednessweek! Are you prepared? Do you have a grab and go bag ready? Head to PreparedBC.ca to learn more about how to make sure you and your family are prepared. ⛑️ #preparedbc
May 8, 2025 at 5:47 PM
It’s #emergencypreparednessweek! Are you prepared? Do you have a grab and go bag ready? Head to PreparedBC.ca to learn more about how to make sure you and your family are prepared. ⛑️ #preparedbc
As you know, there is a lot of great local information for earthquake and tsunami preparedness in the Ucluelet and Tofino areas. Provincial information from PreparedBC
www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/...
and ShakeOutBC:
www.shakeoutbc.ca/media-resour...
www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/...
and ShakeOutBC:
www.shakeoutbc.ca/media-resour...
www2.gov.bc.ca
January 26, 2025 at 5:00 PM
As you know, there is a lot of great local information for earthquake and tsunami preparedness in the Ucluelet and Tofino areas. Provincial information from PreparedBC
www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/...
and ShakeOutBC:
www.shakeoutbc.ca/media-resour...
www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/...
and ShakeOutBC:
www.shakeoutbc.ca/media-resour...
Week 15 Stock your kit with garbage bags, plastic or paper dishes& cups #26weeks #preparednotscared @PreparedBC
August 10, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Week 15 Stock your kit with garbage bags, plastic or paper dishes& cups #26weeks #preparednotscared @PreparedBC
BRITISH COLUMBIA: “An emergency plan says how you and the people you live with will respond to a disaster. Knowing what to do, where to go and who to contact will reduce stress and help keep you focused and safe.” www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/... - PreparedBC
#BCFlood #BCWildfire #Earthquake
#BCFlood #BCWildfire #Earthquake
Make your emergency plan
Free resources for emergency preparedness planning. A library of guides and plans to help prepare your home (apartment,/condo), business, neighbourhood, and those who needs special consideration.
www2.gov.bc.ca
August 9, 2026 at 1:41 AM
BRITISH COLUMBIA: “An emergency plan says how you and the people you live with will respond to a disaster. Knowing what to do, where to go and who to contact will reduce stress and help keep you focused and safe.” www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/... - PreparedBC
#BCFlood #BCWildfire #Earthquake
#BCFlood #BCWildfire #Earthquake
To find a cooling centre near you visit:
- Your local government or First Nations website: civicinfo.bc.ca/directories
- EmergencyMapBC.ca
For tips on staying cool visit PreparedBC.ca/ExtremeHeat (2/2)
#PreparedBC #BCHeat
- Your local government or First Nations website: civicinfo.bc.ca/directories
- EmergencyMapBC.ca
For tips on staying cool visit PreparedBC.ca/ExtremeHeat (2/2)
#PreparedBC #BCHeat
August 11, 2025 at 3:40 PM
To find a cooling centre near you visit:
- Your local government or First Nations website: civicinfo.bc.ca/directories
- EmergencyMapBC.ca
For tips on staying cool visit PreparedBC.ca/ExtremeHeat (2/2)
#PreparedBC #BCHeat
- Your local government or First Nations website: civicinfo.bc.ca/directories
- EmergencyMapBC.ca
For tips on staying cool visit PreparedBC.ca/ExtremeHeat (2/2)
#PreparedBC #BCHeat
I just attended the @vancouverlibrary.bsky.social Earthquake Preparedness course with Vancouver Emergency Management Agency and it was so useful! I highly encourage people to take future courses they offer.
#EarthquakePreparedness #VPL #PreparedBC #VancouverEmergencyManagementAgency
#EarthquakePreparedness #VPL #PreparedBC #VancouverEmergencyManagementAgency
March 18, 2025 at 10:24 PM
I just attended the @vancouverlibrary.bsky.social Earthquake Preparedness course with Vancouver Emergency Management Agency and it was so useful! I highly encourage people to take future courses they offer.
#EarthquakePreparedness #VPL #PreparedBC #VancouverEmergencyManagementAgency
#EarthquakePreparedness #VPL #PreparedBC #VancouverEmergencyManagementAgency
📢 We’re providing nearly $7M for 183 communities across #BC to purchase new supplies and train staff and volunteers at local emergency operations centres. This funding will help better support people during emergencies. Learn more: news.gov.bc.ca/32454
#PreparedBC #EmergencyPreparedness
#PreparedBC #EmergencyPreparedness
June 6, 2025 at 4:18 PM
📢 We’re providing nearly $7M for 183 communities across #BC to purchase new supplies and train staff and volunteers at local emergency operations centres. This funding will help better support people during emergencies. Learn more: news.gov.bc.ca/32454
#PreparedBC #EmergencyPreparedness
#PreparedBC #EmergencyPreparedness
It’s Emergency Preparedness Week! Visit PreparedBC.ca to prepare for the hazards we face in B.C. Learn how to make a plan, pack a grab-and-go kit, and more.
#EmergencyPreparednessWeek #EmergencyPreparedness #PreparedBC
#EmergencyPreparednessWeek #EmergencyPreparedness #PreparedBC
May 6, 2026 at 6:19 PM
It’s Emergency Preparedness Week! Visit PreparedBC.ca to prepare for the hazards we face in B.C. Learn how to make a plan, pack a grab-and-go kit, and more.
#EmergencyPreparednessWeek #EmergencyPreparedness #PreparedBC
#EmergencyPreparednessWeek #EmergencyPreparedness #PreparedBC
📢 We’re providing over $6M for 11 more projects to help communities increase their resilience against risks of natural and climate-related emergencies and keep people safe. Learn more: news.gov.bc.ca/32559
#PreparedBC #EmergencyPreparedness #CommunityResilience
#PreparedBC #EmergencyPreparedness #CommunityResilience
July 10, 2025 at 7:25 PM
📢 We’re providing over $6M for 11 more projects to help communities increase their resilience against risks of natural and climate-related emergencies and keep people safe. Learn more: news.gov.bc.ca/32559
#PreparedBC #EmergencyPreparedness #CommunityResilience
#PreparedBC #EmergencyPreparedness #CommunityResilience
PreparedBC has this guide for tourism operators: www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/p... It's a bit basic, but a good place to start for operators who have no plan.
www2.gov.bc.ca
February 9, 2026 at 8:26 PM
PreparedBC has this guide for tourism operators: www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/p... It's a bit basic, but a good place to start for operators who have no plan.
Watch the briefing here:
www.youtube.com/live/lC68Fgm...
To learn more about wildfires in BC visit: BCWildfire.ca
To find more information on emergencies visit: EmergencyInfoBC.ca
To find information on how to prepare for emergencies visit: PreparedBC.ca
#BCWildfire #PreparedBC (2/2)
www.youtube.com/live/lC68Fgm...
To learn more about wildfires in BC visit: BCWildfire.ca
To find more information on emergencies visit: EmergencyInfoBC.ca
To find information on how to prepare for emergencies visit: PreparedBC.ca
#BCWildfire #PreparedBC (2/2)
Seasonal Hazards Update - August 6th, 2025
YouTube video by GovernmentofBC
www.youtube.com
August 7, 2025 at 12:29 AM
Watch the briefing here:
www.youtube.com/live/lC68Fgm...
To learn more about wildfires in BC visit: BCWildfire.ca
To find more information on emergencies visit: EmergencyInfoBC.ca
To find information on how to prepare for emergencies visit: PreparedBC.ca
#BCWildfire #PreparedBC (2/2)
www.youtube.com/live/lC68Fgm...
To learn more about wildfires in BC visit: BCWildfire.ca
To find more information on emergencies visit: EmergencyInfoBC.ca
To find information on how to prepare for emergencies visit: PreparedBC.ca
#BCWildfire #PreparedBC (2/2)
🚨 We are providing nearly $2 M to fund 42 community‑led projects that will enhance public notification and evacuation route planning in case of an emergency. Learn more 👉 news.gov.bc.ca/32610
#PreparedBC #EmergencyPreparedness #BC
#PreparedBC #EmergencyPreparedness #BC
July 24, 2025 at 4:13 PM
🚨 We are providing nearly $2 M to fund 42 community‑led projects that will enhance public notification and evacuation route planning in case of an emergency. Learn more 👉 news.gov.bc.ca/32610
#PreparedBC #EmergencyPreparedness #BC
#PreparedBC #EmergencyPreparedness #BC
Temperatures are starting to increase in #BritishColumbia and it's a great time to make sure you're ready for the heat. Stay safe, stay cool, and check out the PreparedBC Heat Preparedness Guide for more tips: www.preparedbc.ca/extremeheat
May 27, 2025 at 11:31 PM
Temperatures are starting to increase in #BritishColumbia and it's a great time to make sure you're ready for the heat. Stay safe, stay cool, and check out the PreparedBC Heat Preparedness Guide for more tips: www.preparedbc.ca/extremeheat
The PreparedBC earthquake and tsunami guide is great! We were just filling out our home emergency plan with our kid last night, she was so prepared and told us to be ready for aftershocks! Now she's back to sleep 🥰 #bcearthquake #victoriabc
www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/...
www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/...
Get prepared for an earthquake
Learn how to prepare for and respond to an earthquake in British Columbia.
www2.gov.bc.ca
March 3, 2025 at 1:35 PM
The PreparedBC earthquake and tsunami guide is great! We were just filling out our home emergency plan with our kid last night, she was so prepared and told us to be ready for aftershocks! Now she's back to sleep 🥰 #bcearthquake #victoriabc
www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/...
www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/...
Emergency Preparedness Week is May 3 to 9. The 2026 theme is “In it Together.” Join PreparedBC in learning how social connection can strengthen your readiness https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/emergency-management/education-programs-toolkits/ep-week
May 1, 2026 at 10:13 PM
Emergency Preparedness Week is May 3 to 9. The 2026 theme is “In it Together.” Join PreparedBC in learning how social connection can strengthen your readiness https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/emergency-management/education-programs-toolkits/ep-week