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Have you observed or been caught in a rip current at Pacific Rim National Park Reserve? A team at the University of Vict...
02/19/2026

Have you observed or been caught in a rip current at Pacific Rim National Park Reserve? A team at the University of Victoria is conducting research regarding visual indicators of rip current strength and requests your input!

Click the link in our bio or scan the QR code on the second slide to submit the survey.

If you have any questions about the research, please reach out to [email protected]

A note from the researchers: “We are a University of Victoria team researching the rip currents at Pacific Rim National Park. Our goal is to determine how the incoming wave field impacts the occurrence, speed, and strength of the rip currents at various locations in the park. Part of our research uses visual observations of the rip current strength.”

For more information on Rip Currents, visit www.coastsmart.ca

01/30/2026

Strong winds, swell, and heavy rains continuing into today!

Remember to stay

11/07/2025

With king tides continuing into noontime today, here are a few safety tips to help you stay prepared!

🌊 Be aware of unpredictable waves: Also known as “surge” or “sneaker waves” because they surprise people by appearing without warning. With king tides, they often surge high up on the beach or rocks with deadly force.

⚠️Avoid beaches, cliffs, and trails close to the ocean: Beach flooding can happen any time waves come ashore, and occur more often during king tides. With beach flooding can also come trail flooding and moving logs.

🌊Observe from a distance: There are many viewing platforms and indoor areas that make for great (and safe) storm watching!

⛔️ Obey all warnings and closures: These are put in place to keep you and your family safe!

🌊Never underestimate the ocean.

Learn more at CoastSmart.ca

Tomorrow is World Drowning Prevention Day, a global reminder that simple safety steps save lives!Join Pacific Rim Nation...
07/24/2025

Tomorrow is World Drowning Prevention Day, a global reminder that simple safety steps save lives!

Join Pacific Rim National Park Reserve’s Coastal Stewards on July 25th for family-friendly activities and information on staying safe near and in the water.

Event info:
Friday, July 25th, 10am-3:30pm
Long Beach, Pacific Rim National Park Reserve

Learn more at CoastSmart.ca

🌊 Dive into family fun with Coastal Water Safety in mind! Ensure everyone’s safety on your adventures by keeping a watch...
06/22/2025

🌊 Dive into family fun with Coastal Water Safety in mind! Ensure everyone’s safety on your adventures by keeping a watchful eye on the kiddos, reviewing those tide charts, and always facing the ocean.

Learn more at CoastSmart.ca

Know the Three T’s for your next coastal adventure! 🐋As summer approaches and trip planning is in full swing, we at Coas...
05/11/2025

Know the Three T’s for your next coastal adventure! 🐋

As summer approaches and trip planning is in full swing, we at CoastSmart have some important tips on how to prepare for your next visit to the West Coast.

Know before you go NEAR the water—Learn more at CoastSmart.ca

Today marks the last day of Tsunami Preparedness Week, and we hope you’re feeling more confident and ready for emergency...
04/19/2025

Today marks the last day of Tsunami Preparedness Week, and we hope you’re feeling more confident and ready for emergency situations on the coast! The final takeaway we want to leave you with is: “20 Metres in 20 Minutes” 🚨

You may have heard this before, or maybe it’s brand new, but here’s what it means:
After the ground stops shaking from a Coastal Subduction Zone (CSZ) earthquake, you’ll have about 20 minutes to get to high ground (at least 20 metres above sea level) before the first tsunami wave hits.

If the ground shakes for 3-5 minutes, that’s your cue to move quickly. Waves can continue for hours, so stay at high ground until officials give the all-clear.*

*In coastal areas across B.C., you can register for emergency notifications via cell or landline:

For Tofino — Sign up on District of Tofino website.
For Ucluelet — Sign up on District of Ucluelet website.

And don’t forget—today is the last day to participate in PreparedBC’s Tsunami Preparedness Week giveaway! Check out their Facebook or Instagram pages for more information.

🌊 Learn more at CoastSmart.ca

04/17/2025

There are both natural and official warning signs of a tsunami 🌊

If you SEE a sudden rise or fall of the ocean, HEAR a roar or FEEL a strong earthquake and you’re on the coast:

Drop, Cover and Hold On, count to 60 and then move to high ground quickly ✔️

Your community may also have its own alerting or notification system. Contact them to find out how they plan to share information ✔️

You can find the contact information of your local government here: CivicInfo.bc.ca/municipalities

Remember to be CoastSmart and take the time to know the hazards before you go near the water.

Do you know your closest Tsunami Evacuation Site? It may be closer than you think!If you’re on the coast when an earthqu...
04/14/2025

Do you know your closest Tsunami Evacuation Site? It may be closer than you think!

If you’re on the coast when an earthquake hits: Drop, Cover, and Hold On. When the shaking stops, head immediately to higher ground or your nearest Tsunami Evacuation Site. Here are a few things to remember when travelling to your nearest tsunami safe zone:

🥾 Travel by foot or bike if possible.
Assuming that we all travel to the same evacuation site, it is important that we keep the roads clear for emergency vehicles and individuals who require vehicles to travel.
If you require a car to gain 20 metres in 20 minutes, we recommend carpooling as much as possible and yielding to pedestrians.

🔔 Familiarize yourself with your nearest evacuation zone.
Don’t wait until it’s too late — check your local evacuation map today. Here are the main muster stations between Tofino and Ucluelet:

Tofino — **Community Hall**
Tofino — Industrial Way

Esowista & Ty Histanis [Long Beach] — Long Beach Airport

Ucluelet — **Ucluelet Secondary School Field**
Ucluelet — Tugwell Fields — Raven Parking Lot
Ucluelet — Coast Guard Road — Whale Parking Lot

🌊 Find out more at CoastSmart.ca

While tsunamis along B.C.'s coast are rare, they remain a real threat—so it’s important we’re prepared. The last major t...
04/10/2025

While tsunamis along B.C.'s coast are rare, they remain a real threat—so it’s important we’re prepared.

The last major tsunami to hit B.C. was on March 27, 1964, when the Great Alaska Earthquake caused widespread flooding in Port Alberni. Despite the over 50 years since, visitors and residents of tsunami prone areas should keep up to date on evacuation routes, their emergency bags, and what to do during an earthquake near the coast. That’s where Tsunami Preparedness Week comes into play!

🥾High Ground Hikes are a key part of Tsunami Preparedness Week, raising awareness of B.C.'s tsunami risk and giving coastal residents the opportunity to practice reaching a safe location in the event of a tsunami. Tofino was actually the first community to host a High Ground Hike back in 2016, and now, each year, PreparedBC works with communities across B.C. to host these hikes.

🗓 Here are some upcoming High Ground Hikes on Vancouver Island:
Tofino – April 11th
Ucluelet – April 13th
Port Alberni – April 17th
Bamfield – April 16th
You can find a full list of dates on PreparedBC’s website.

Being prepared for a tsunami helps you stay ready for other emergencies, too. This month, we will be sharing valuable tips on tsunami preparedness—including evacuation routes in Tofino and Ucluelet, tsunami alarms, emergency kits, early warning signs, and the importance of gaining 20 meters in 20 minutes.

To sign up for emergency notifications in Tofino, visit the District of Tofino website; and for Ucluelet, visit the District of Ucluelet website.

🌊Let’s stay safe, stay prepared, and keep our communities resilient! Find out more at CoastSmart.ca

04/05/2025



the ocean is cold even in the summer. If you’re not wearing a wet suit you might be “un-suited” for going in the water.

The Pacific Northwest ocean water temperature ranges from about 7°C to 14°C with an average of 10°C. Cold water can rapidly lead to dysfunction of the extremities and, for many people, cold incapacitation within 10 minutes.

If you’re planning to go in the water, wear thermal protection. Be prepared by staying warm and afloat.

and be CoastSmart

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