Earthquake struck the South Island

An earthquake rattled the south island last night.

It struck just north of Victoria, around 11:30 and was felt across a lot of the south coast.

Alison Bird is a seismologist with Natural Resources Canada.

 

There were no reports of damage or injuries.

Bird notes the quake is a reminder that we live in an earthquake zone and that it’s important to have an emergency kit stocked and ready to go.

Continue Reading

ciqc Now playing play

- Advertisement -

Related Articles

- Advertisement -

Latest News

Susan Sinnot seeks second term on Campbell River city council

Susan Sinnot, who has lived in the community since she was four years old, owns a local law firm and is running for re-election.

Great BC Shakeout encourages earthquake preparedness this week

Vancouver Island and Sunshine Coast residents can take part in the Great BC ShakeOut earthquake drill this week.

Advocates urge next B.C. government to address water scarcity as El Niño forecast adds to drought concerns

A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.

Advocates urge next B.C. government to address water scarcity as El Niño forecast adds to drought concerns

A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.

B.C. loses more than 20,000 jobs in September as unemployment rate stays steady

British Columbia lost more than 20,000 jobs in September, sparking a political clash over the province’s economic direction.
- Advertisement -