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Tsunami

No tsunami threat to B.C.

Updated on

December 5, 2024
11:57 am

Current situation

A 7.0 magnitude earthquake occurred near Eureka, California. There is NO tsunami threat to BC.

Earthquake summary

Local time

10:44:24 PDT

Magnitude

7.0 (revised)

Depth

8.00 miles

Location

45 miles SW of Eureka, California

Tsunami threat levels

Warning

Flood wave possible. Full evacuation suggested.

Advisory

Strong currents likely. Stay away from the shore.

Watch

Danger level not yet known. Stay alert for more information

Information Statement

Minor waves at most. No action suggested.

Cancellation

Tidal gauges show no wave activity. Confirm safety for local areas.

Know your Tsunami Notification Zones

Map of the tsunami notification zones

Zone A

North Coast and Haida Gwaii

Zone B

Central Coast and Northeast Vancouver Island Coast including Kitimat, Bella Coola, and Port Hardy

Zone C

West Coast of Vancouver Island from Cape Scott to Port Renfrew

Zone D

Juan de Fuca Strait from Jordan River to Greater Victoria (including the Saanich Peninsula)

Zone E

Strait of Georgia (including the Gulf Islands)
Greater Vancouver and Johnstone Strait