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Earthquake warning signs to go up in Campbell River

CAMPBELL RIVER, B.C- “If it knocks you down, go to high ground” – that’s the message from the Strathcona Emergency Program. 

The City of Campbell River and the Strathcona Regional District are installing five new signs in locations around town that could be flooded in the event a major earthquake. The signs feature the warning message, a map showing the potential flood zone, evacuation routes and a QR code to scan for an online map.

Deputy city manager, Ron Neufeld, said the signs play a critical role in promoting safety and preventing injuries.

“Emergency preparedness, planning, collaboration and communication are fundamental pillars of emergency management,” he said.

Dick Murphy Park, Robert Ostler Park and the Canyon View Trail will all have one sign each, while two signs will be installed at Spirit Square.

The Strathcona Emergency Program also has laminated and chloroplast versions of the signs available for local businesses and organizations, including a multi-language version of the map.

According to a press release from the city, the sign’s headline is translated into Lik’wala, in recognition of local First Nations.

“It’s wonderful to see the Lik’wala language featured so prominently in this sign,” said Chris Roberts, Chief of the Wei Wai Kum First Nation.

“I appreciate the support for our work to preserve and promote the traditional language of the Leqwiltokw people.”

Sign design work was arranged by Strathcona Regional District and completed by Jasper Taberner, a local student pursuing graphic design.

Organizations that would like an earthquake warning sign can contact Shaun Koopman via email to [email protected] or by telephone (250-830-6702).

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