Tsunamis are prevalent in areas where waves rises after an earthquake, such as British Columbia, Washington, Oregon and California. There has been a few “shakes” felt in 2025 causing tsunami warnings along the areas of concern. During an earthquake, sheltering-in-place is suitable if the area is undesirable and / or unsafe to navigate through; however, if a tsunami is a potential concern, going for “High Ground” is essential.
Tsunami Preparedness Week is between April 12-18, 2026.
There are challenges and barriers for People with Disabilities; in particular, those who are require the use of mobility devices. What about the unhoused population? Or, seniors who may live indepedently who may not walk as fast? There are many other logistical issues to address. When implementing your emergency plan, consider walking to “High Ground” to check for any barriers, such as elevator access or ramp access. Exercise the plan to be sure there are no gaps reaching to a reasonable and safe height.
At this time, there is limited resources for tsuanmi preparedness for the under-served population. This is a gap that needs attention. What are your thoughts? Let me know in the “Contact Me” section, I would love to hear from you and brainstorm ideas about this perplexing problem to ensure resiliency for everyone.