Is Canada ready for the next massive earthquake?

By The Big Story

Posted November 12, 2021 6:14 am.

Last Updated November 12, 2021 6:21 am.

We’ve known for some time that we’re due for a massive earthquake—but it could happen tomorrow or 20 years from now. In geological terms that’s roughly the same. But it’s not for us—if the Big One happened tomorrow, Canada’s west coast would be devastated. We know what we need to do to prepare for it. We even have the blueprints for how to reinforce our structures. We could prepare properly anytime … so why don’t we? And what happens if we’re not ready when the day arrives?

GUEST: Gregor Craigie, author of On Borrowed Time: North America’s Next Big Quake

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