Earthquake Risk: Concentration of Damage to Buildings
Modelled Scenario: Magnitude 7.3 Earthquake in the Strait of Georgia
LOWEST

HIGHEST

This map is based on a
simulated magnitude
7.3 earthquake, located
about 30 km west of
Vancouver at a depth of
5-10 km. The map shows
the potential concentration
and severity of damage to
buildings as a result of this
earthquake scenario.
This map does not include
damage to other types
of infrastructure that
may impact homes and
buildings. Damage is
possible across Vancouver
and residents everywhere
should take steps to
prepare their homes
and workplaces for
earthquakes.
Earthquake preparedness
is everyone’s responsibility.
Learn more and
get prepared at:
vancouver.ca/earthquake

Limitations of this map: The magnitude 7.3 shallow crustal earthquake scenario was chosen as a planning scenario to evaluate the potential impacts to different
types of buildings in Vancouver. Vancouver is exposed to different types of earthquakes in different locations, and no two earthquakes will have exactly the same
impacts. While this model reflects only one scenario, it provides valuable information for mitigation and response and recovery planning. The model groups
buildings by type, and does not provide information about individual buildings. The model does not include damage to infrastructure. Earthquake science and
modelling in this region continues to evolve providing more opportunities to get better prepared.

19-302