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Fault Lines

Fault Lines

Written by: CBC
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A catastrophic earthquake hits Canada's West Coast. In Fault Lines CBC Vancouver Seismologist Johanna Wagstaffe guides you through two disastrous scenarios so you can prepare yourself, your family, and your neighbours.

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Episodes
  • Episode 5 - A Month, A Year, and Lessons from Christchurch

    Episode 5 - A Month, A Year, and Lessons from Christchurch
    Oct 11 2016
    Survival and resilience are key to the rebuilding efforts. Hear how to have the plan you need so you can do it. Two survivors of Christchurch quakes share their essential tips. Preparation is empowerment. We are all in this together.
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    38 mins
  • Episode 4 - One Week and a New Normal

    Episode 4 - One Week and a New Normal
    Oct 11 2016
    We are still in the life-saving phase but rescue becomes recovery. Outside aid arrives and we realize the scope of the damage. Thousands are homeless but communities gather together to create some sort of normalcy.
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    24 mins
  • Episode 3 - 72 Hours - When Supplies Run Out

    Episode 3 - 72 Hours - When Supplies Run Out
    Oct 11 2016
    Three days after the quake, food and supplies are starting to run out. Communication lines improve. Social media and radio are a lifeline. Families reunite, but people are afraid to go into their homes.
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    26 mins
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