You're invited!
We welcome you to this public presentation on tsunami risk, impact and preparedness in the region.
Details
- Wednesday, February 28, 2018
- 7-8:45pm
- Univeristy of Victoria; Bob Wright Centre Room B150 - Flury Hall
- Event poster [PDF - 288 KB]
How to register
Course #905504 - call 250-475-7121 or online.
Program & speakers
Welcome and Introductions
Rob Johns – University of Victoria – Emergency Planning Manager
Understanding earthquakes and tsunamis in coastal British Columbia
Dr. Kelin Wang, PhD., Senior Research Scinetist with the Geological Survey of Canada will present on why we face the risks of earthquakes and tsunamis on the west coast and what scientists do to prepare society for these risks.
How are tsunamis measured and modelled?
Dr. Tani L. Insua, PhD., Ocean Analytics Program Manager with Ocean Networks Canada will present on the basics of tsunami science and tsunami modelling, as well as technology used for tsunami detection.
Preparedness and Tsunami Response
Maegan Thompson – District of Saanich – Emergency Program Officer
Eileen Grant – District of Oak Bay – Emergency Program Manager
Learn about what you can do to prepare yourself and your family for emergencies such as tsunamis.