UFV is encouraging students, staff and faculty to participate in the short Shakeout BC earthquake drill running Thurs, Oct 18 at 10:18am.

At the same time, UFV will test the UFV Alert notification system and the public address systems on the Abbotsford and Chilliwack campuses. No evacuation is necessary.

You will receive a message on your phone or device provided you have registered with UFV Alert.

Please ensure your UFV Alert contact information (cell number and email address) is up-to-date by checking here or you can register for the first time here.

During the ShakeOut drill participants should:

• Drop to the ground
• Cover under a table or desk
• Hold On for 60 seconds

Participation is voluntary. For more information on how to participate in ShakeOut please visit The Great British Columbia ShakeOut.