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EDITORIAL | “A WAKE-UP CALL”: MINOR EARTHQUAKE PROMPTS SEISMIC SAFETY CONVERSATION
Residents of the Pacific Northwest have been aware of the threat of a major earthquake — likely within the next century — for years. However, the unpredictable nature of this event has left citizens blindly preparing for a devastation that may never occur in their lifetime. Nevertheless, just after 1:30 PM on Feb. 21, a minor earthquake hit the Sunshine Coast, prompting discussion about BC’s earthquake preparedness and the effectiveness of new seismically safe schools, including Eric Hamber.
Tragic Earthquakes Strike Morocco
On Sept. 8, a powerful earthquake of a 6.8 magnitude struck western Morocco, approximately 70 kilometers southwest of the city of Marrakesh. This tragic event has left a trail of destruction, and has resulted in thousands of deaths and widespread damage to communities in the region.