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Earthquake
M3.8 earthquake near Victoria
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Current situation
A 3.8 magnitude earthquake has occurred near Victoria, B.C. Drop, cover and hold if you feel shaking. Only call 9-1-1 if a life is at stake.
Earthquake summary
Local time
21:59 PDT
Magnitude
3.8
Depth
40.00 km
Location
17 km SSE of Victoria, BC
Recommended actions
Stay calm and protect yourself
- Stay calm. If you feel shaking, drop, cover and hold on.
- Wait for the shaking to stop, then count to 60 before getting up
- Put on protective shoes and clothing
Check for damage and hazards
- Move carefully and check for unstable objects and other hazards above and around you
- If you smell gas or rotten eggs, leave the building immediately. Call 9-1-1 or your gas company’s emergency phone number
Listen to instructions
- Follow local instructions on the web, social media, radio and TV
- Local officials will provide further instructions, if required
Report the earthquake
- Report the earthquake at Earthquakes Canada, if you felt it
- Don’t call 9-1-1 to report the earthquake
Aftershocks could occur
- Drop, cover and hold on if you feel shaking
- Wait for the shaking to stop then count to 60 before getting up
Earthquake and tsunami data sources
Natural Resources Canada
Earthquakes Canada provides information on earthquakes that occur in Canada including magnitude, location, time and felt reports.
U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
USGS provides international information on earthquakes.
National Tsunami Warning Center (NTWC)
NTWC provides international information and alerts on earthquakes and potential tsunamis.
PreparedBC
Learn how to prepare for earthquakes and tsunamis with resources from PreparedBC.