Tsunami Warnings

WHEREAS the coastal communities of British Columbia are at risk of significant loss of life in the event of a tsunami; AND WHEREAS early and accurate information is the key to ensuring that appropriate steps are taken by the effected communities: THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that UBCM urge the Province of British Columbia to take immediate action to resolve all issues with tsunami warning so as to ensure that warnings are broadcast within 2 minutes of a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration NOAA assessment of a warning, watch or advisory for any British Columbia coastal area.