Volcanic eruption near Tonga Islands activates emergency operations on Saturday
Public Safety Minister Mike Farnworth announced plans to use the system during a Sunday briefing
Insurers say flood damage is already by far the most expensive type of extreme weather risk
B.C. reported 569 “heat-related deaths” in the province from June 20 to July 29
Less than 25 per cent of British Columbians have an emergency kit and plan
Province says alert was sent out due to human error
Public encouraged to host socially distanced earthquake drills Oct. 15 or anytime
Fasten windows and lock balconies are just a few of the suggested safety measures
The provincial grant package includes more than 100 local governments
No tsunami expected at this time
