Earthquake & Tsunami Preparedness

Oregon experiences regular (in geologic time) mega thrust earthquakes and large "local" tsunamis. Oregon also receives "distant" tsunamis from earthquakes elsewhere on the Pacific Rim. Distant tsunamis pale in comparision in terms of danger and impact.

Oregonians need to prepare for both types of tsunamis.

Follow the links below (in orange) to learn more.

The Three Things You Need to Know 

Living On Shaky Ground - How to Survive Earthquakes & Tsunamis in Oregon 

Tsunami Preparedness for Mariners   

Tsunami Evacuation Maps by City

Tsunami Hazard Maps Including Rural Areas

Tsunami Inundation Map Tool 

Washington Tsunami Evacuation Maps

California Tsunami Inundation Maps

Ready.gov  Prepare. Plan. Stay Informed.

Tsunami Preparedness along the U.S. West Coast (Video) 

La información en español:

Tsunamis Preparacion

Sientiendo Los Tsunamis

Reglas De Seguridad

Tsunamis Seguridad Para Navegantes

Honshu Earthquake and Tsunami 2011

Amazing Footage 

Japanese Tsunami

March 2011

 Tsunami preparedness:

“Reaching Higher Ground: The 3 Things You Need to Know”