The annual Great British Columbia ShakeOut (ShakeOut BC) earthquake drill, held this week, saw over 700,000 people in BC participate in a massive preparedness effort, practicing the crucial ‘Drop, Cover and Hold On’ technique. The event, hosted by the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, brought together emergency management experts, government officials, and community members to raise awareness and promote preparedness for potential seismic events.
Taiwan has experienced a series of aftershocks following a 6.3-magnitude earthquake on Tuesday, the strongest to hit the island in 25 years. The quake caused significant damage, including the collapse of two historic buildings. Residents are urged to make earthquake preparations as aftershocks are expected to continue for at least six months.
In the past two decades, major earthquakes have occurred in various regions worldwide. Taiwan’s recent earthquake of 7.4 magnitude highlights the importance of earthquake preparedness and mitigation strategies. Taiwan’s advanced earthquake preparedness measures, including stringent building codes and seismic-resistant construction techniques, have minimized damage compared to earthquakes of similar magnitudes in the past. India, with its ongoing infrastructural expansion in tectonically unstable areas, can learn valuable lessons from Taiwan’s approach to reduce seismic risks.
