Tsunami Info & Prep
Here's a little info from the Lincoln County Emergency Response Guide...
There are two types of Tsunamis: Local - Caused by a large, nearby Cascadia subduction earthquake under the Pacific Ocean; the ground shaking may be your only warning that a local tsunami is coming.
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If you feel an earthquake, assume a tsunami is coming and EVACUATE TO HIGH GROUND OR INLAND (green zone) as soon as possible. · Be alert to signs of a tsunami, such as a sudden rise or draining of ocean waters
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Distant - Caused by an earthquake away from the Pacific Northwest. · In a distant tsunami, you have a minimum of four hours before the first wave arrives. · You will be alerted by federal and local emergency notification system What to do: · Determine if you are in the distant tsunami zone. If you are, then evacuate to high ground before the estimated first wave of arrival. · Check on family, friends and neighbors to make sure they know when to evacuate.
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Here are some tips to prepare to decide if you need to evacuate and what to bring:
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Get notified if there is an incident and get more information through Lincoln Alerts
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​Make yourself a 'Go-Bag' in case you need to leave in a hurry, Here's what the American Red Cross suggests:
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On your phone: for iPhone IOS get notified via Settings> Notifications> Government Alerts
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On your Android device: Settings> Notifications> Wireless Emergency Alerts
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