University of the Fraser Valley

UFV participating in BC ShakeOut earthquake drill Oct. 17

UFV participating in BC ShakeOut earthquake drill Oct. 17

UFV is encouraging students, staff, and faculty to participate in the Shakeout BC earthquake drill running Thurs, Oct 17 at 10:17am.

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.

During the ShakeOut drill participants should:

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

You will receive a message on your phone provided you have registered at any time with UFV Alert.

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

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