ACRD Emergency Program

10/22/2026

🔥What is a Community Wildfire Resiliency Plan? 🔥
A CWRP is an analysis of technical information like fuel types, landscape and climate, combined with community input and identification of values. It's goal is to use this information to provide with meaningful solutions that the ACRD and it's partners can implement to build wildfire resiliency around the region.

We would love your input on CWRPs, so please join our upcoming CWRP Open Houses from 5 - 7 PM on:

Nov. 10 Bamfield Community School
Nov. 25 Cherry Creek Community Hall
Nov. 26 Echo Centre

For more information, visit
letsconnectacrd.ca/cwrp

City of Port Alberni Local Government
Cherry Creek Fire Department
Beaver Creek Volunteer Fire Department
Sproat Lake Volunteer Fire Department
Bamfield Volunteer Fire Department
Tseshaht First Nation
Huu-ay-aht First Nations
Hupačasath First Nation

10/19/2026

🔥The ACRD is developing Community Wildfire Resiliency Plans for the Alberni Valley, including the City of Port Alberni, Tseshaht First Nation and Hupacasath First Nation, as well as Bamfield and Anacla These plans help identify wildfire risks and opportunities to improve resilience. Over the coming weeks, we'll be sharing information about CWRPs and how you can participate in the conversation.

Join our upcoming CWRP Open Houses from 5 - 7 PM on:
🔥Nov. 10 Bamfield Community School
🔥Nov. 25 Cherry Creek Community Hall
🔥Nov. 26 Echo Centre

For more information, visit:
www.letsconnectacrd.ca/cwrp

City of Port Alberni Local Government
Cherry Creek Fire Department
Beaver Creek Volunteer Fire Department
Sproat Lake Volunteer Fire Department
Bamfield Volunteer Fire Department
Tseshaht First Nation
Hupačasath First Nation
Huu-ay-aht First Nations

10/15/2026

Have you heard about the Kevlin wave? Take a look below 👇

Higher-than-normal sea levels are expected along parts of B.C.'s coast later this month due to a Kelvin wave, a large movement of ocean water associated with this year’s El Niño conditions. While significant impacts aren't currently expected, elevated sea levels can increase the effects of high tides, storm surges, and coastal flooding.

If you live, work, or spend time near the coast, now is a good time to review your emergency plan, prepare a grab-and-go bag, and familiarize yourself with local evacuation routes and nearby high ground areas. Stay informed by monitoring local forecasts, tide conditions, and official updates.

Learn more: PreparedBC.ca/floods

10/15/2026

✔ SHAKEOUT 2026!!

ACRD staff practiced their DROP, COVER & HOLD ON for ShakeOut, the world's largest earthquake drill.

🔸Visit www.shakeoutbc.ca to learn more when the ground starts to shake.
🔸Earthquake preparedness: www.PreparedBC.ca/earthquakes

10/15/2026

➡ The ShakeOutBC earthquake drill happens today at 10:15 am! ⏰

Participate to practice Drop, Cover and Hold On!

These three steps reduce injuries and save lives during an earthquake.

Check out the website for more information: ShakeOutBC.ca

The ShakeOutBC earthquake drill happens today at 10:15 am! ⏰

Participate to practice Drop, Cover and Hold On.

These three steps reduce injuries and save lives during an earthquake.

Register: ShakeOutBC.ca

10/15/2026

👍Know what to do when it matters the most! What should you do when the ground starts to shake?

DROP, COVER & HOLD ON! Knowing these simple steps may save your life❗️

🔸 Drop to the ground on your hands & knees. Move as little as possible.
🔸 Cover your head & neck and take shelter under a sturdy piece of furniture
🔸 Hold On to your shelter until the shaking stops

🌊 Earthquakes can trigger tsunamis! Immediately after an earthquake, evacuate to high ground and move out of the tsunami inundation zone quickly.

▶️ For more information about ShakeOut BC: www.shakeoutbc.ca
▶️ Earthquake preparedness: www.PreparedBC.ca/earthquakes

10/15/2026

Earthquakes are a real threat. It is time to plan and practice!

PLAN NOW – once the shaking starts it is too late to prepare:
🔸 Prepare your home - secure large furniture and appliances
🔸 Make a family emergency plan
🔸 Build an emergency kit and grab-n-go bags
🔸 Familiarize yourself with the tsunami evacuation zone and know your evacuation route to high ground
🔸 PRACTICE! - It is important to know what to do when the ground starts to shake:
• Drop to the ground on your hands & knees. Move as little as possible.
• Cover your head & neck and take shelter under a sturdy piece of furniture
• Hold On to your shelter until the shaking stops
• Leave the tsunami inundation zone and evacuate to high ground immediately. Stay there until officials give the ‘all clear’.

Being prepared and practicing what to do, can save lives!

Get started with our free online planner: PreparedBC.ca/EmergencyReady

Prefer to handwrite your plan? Download our PDF template: PreparedBC.ca/EmergencyPlan

Earthquake preparedness tips: www.PreparedBC.ca/earthquakes
Learn more: www.shakeoutbc.ca

10/14/2026

Join us for our upcoming Community Wildfire Resiliency Plan Open House in Bamfield!

This meeting will focus on the CWRP for Bamfield and Anacla only. Learn about wildfire risks, review maps, ask questions, and help shape future recommendations. Refreshments provided.

Nov. 10, from 5 to 7 PM at Bamfield Community School

For more information on CWRPs visit us at letsconnectacrd.ca/cwrp

Huu-ay-aht First Nations
Bamfield Volunteer Fire Department

As wildfire activity continues to increase across British Columbia, proactive planning is essential to help keep our communities safe. Through the development of Community Wildfire Resiliency Plans, local governments, First Nations, stakeholders, and residents are

10/14/2026

Earthquakes can’t be predicted and they come without any warning. This can be intimidating to think about but there are ways to reduce devastating impacts and help keep your loved ones safe!

😮Severe shaking can topple large furniture & appliances, toss heavy items, and throw open cupboards. Most earthquake-related injuries are caused by flying objects, falling items and moving furniture.

TAKE ACTION AT HOME to create a safer environment for your household:

🔸Fasten tall, free-standing furniture such as bookcases & cabinets to the wall
🔸Secure cabinet doors with push/pull latches
🔸Anchor refrigerators, freezers, washers, dryers and water heaters using strong strapping, ratchets or other connectors.
🔸Build an emergency kit. Visit www.preparedbc.ca for a basic supply list.
🔸Have a plan! Create a plan that is unique to your family. Determine a meeting place, update contact lists and consider the needs of children, pets and seniors.
🔸Consider home insurance and review your policy

Earthquake preparedness tips: www.PreparedBC.ca/earthquakes

Learn more: www.shakeoutbc.ca

10/14/2026

📱During an emergency, communication will be critical. Get the correct information on where to go and what to do next from TRUSTED SOURCES.

👉 Look for guidance from official sources. Follow trusted social media sites and get trusted local information from:

✔Alberni Valley Emergency Program
✔Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District
✔City of Port Alberni
✔Port Alberni Fire Department
✔93.3 the Peak Radio
✔Alberni Valley News
✔Voyent Alert Emergency Notification System
✔Here...on this page! 😁

Stay informed & stay safe!

➡ Register for the Emergency Notification System at www.acrd.bc.ca/voyentalert or download the Voyent Alert app to receive emergency notifications and updates. It’s free, anonymous and it only take a few minutes to register.

City of Port Alberni Local Government