Preparing for an earthquake

An earthquake has rattled the UBC Vancouver campus on Friday, February 21 at 1:26 pm. No damage is reported and there is no known impact on campus operations. Please contact the Facilities Service Centre at 604-822-2173 if you have noticed any damages or have any related emergencies.

As a reminder, remember to drop, cover and hold on during an earthquake. Earthquakes can happen suddenly and without warning, so knowing what to do during and after an earthquake is very critical to ensure safety.

Learn more about how to prepare for an earthquake.