Tag: earthquake

Tsunami advisory cancelled by Tsunami Warning System

Weather My Cowichan Valley Now Staff - July 30, 2025

The Tsunami Advisory issued Tuesday evening by the US Tsunami Warning System for the BC Coast was cancelled Wednesday morning.

Minor earthquake shakes south Vancouver Island

Uncategorized Scott Penfold - February 14, 2025

A minor earthquake shook parts of southern Vancouver Island last night. According to Earthquakes Canada, the 3.8 magnitude quake struck...

Earthquake shakes up Southern Gulf Islands

Community Justin Baumgardner - July 26, 2024

A small earthquake was recorded off the coast of Vancouver Island yesterday, but experts are saying no damage was...

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