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When an earthquake strikes, most people know the three steps: drop, cover and hold B次元官网网址� but the Saanich Emergency Program is offering tips when convential methods arenB次元官网网址檛 an option.

B.C.B次元官网网址檚 ShakeOut Week is set for next week B次元官网网址� an annual event set to bring awareness on what to do in case of a quake

Officials have since given additional tips to keep safe for those who canB次元官网网址檛 easily find a desk to hide under.

No table or desk to crawl under? No problem,B次元官网网址� said local deputy fire chief Brock Henson, who suggesred to always drop to your hands and knees and crawl to a safe place beside secure furniture or an interior wall with no windows.

Saanich will be hosting its annual ShakeOut Drill on Thursday (Oct. 20) at 10:20 a.m. and serves as an opportunity to practice earthquake safety procedures and preparedness.

B次元官网网址淟ife can get busy, but prioritizing ShakeOut is a great opportunity to practice earthquake safety and update your household emergency plan and kit,B次元官网网址� Henson said.

For more information or to register for ShakeOut BC, visit shakeoutbc.ca.

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