Ready for the Wave Webinar: Oregon Tsunami Preparedness
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Webinar Helps Oregonians Prepare for Earthquakes and Tsunamis

In recognition of World Tsunami Awareness Day, the Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM) invites Oregonians to participate in Ready for the Wave: Oregon Tsunami Preparedness, a free, 90-minute webinar on Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Pacific Time.

Participants will learn:

  • What causes tsunamis that can impact Oregon
  • How and when to receive alerts and warnings
  • What to do before, during, and after a tsunami
  • How individuals, families, and communities can prepare for tsunami hazards
More information and registration from Oregon OEM
Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026 10–11:30 a.m. Pacific Time Online via Zoom Cost: Free ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED Register for the Ready for the Wave webinar During the webinar, participants will learn: • What causes tsunamis that can impact Oregon. • How and when people receive tsunami alerts. • What to do before, during and after a tsunami. • How individuals, families and communities can prepare for Oregon’s tsunami hazards.

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