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Staying informed during emergencies is an essential part of your emergency planning. Sign up for Oak Bay Alerts at Oakbay.ca/alerts. ❗We will be testing our alerting system for subscribers this Friday, May 10th at 10:00AM.❗

The province will be testing its emergency alerting system tomorrow, May 8th at 10:55 AM. Expect a notification on your phones, television and radio. ❓Did you know Oak Bay has a subscriber-based emergency alert system? Sign up here: Oakbay.ca/alerts.

🦭 Emerson the seal is back, showing up at beaches in Greater Victoria. ❗Please remember to give plenty of space, avoid disrupting Emerson, and to keep dogs on leash around the area.

Update: The search was related to a shooting incident, according to police. saanichnews.com/local-news/sho…

The Galloping Goose is closed from McKenzie Ave. to Grange Rd. With officers on the scene. @saanichnews

What an inspiring start to the day. PHOTOS: Langford residents dig out fire truck stuck after sudden snowfall goldstreamgazette.com/community/phot… via @GoldstreamNews

On Saturday, March 02, we remember those search and rescue volunteers who have died in the line of duty and honour all who serve in BC. Please join us in a wreath laying ceremony at the SAR Volunteer Memorial in the Garden of Honour on the Victoria legislature grounds at noon.

There are still many people suffering from Long COVID in Victoria. Here’s a deeper dive into their stories, and the latest research. vicnews.com/local-news/lif… via @VictoriaNews

A slightly snowy walk this morning in Victoria @VictoriaNews The latest: vicnews.com/local-news/vic…

Here are some free online grief support websites: virtualhospice.ca mygrief.ca livingmyculture.ca/culture/

Many thanks to @saanichnews and journalist Christine van Reeuwyk for connecting this morning and helping to share important preparedness messaging. “Next time you go shopping and soup’s on sale – grab two.” It really is that simple. 🥫 #Saanich #Prepare

Here comes the cold. "We know these weather events are coming. Why not make it a priority?" oakbaynews.com/local-news/sim… via @OakBayNews

This might seem trivial, but if you have a hummingbird feeder, during the coming cold snap, bring it inside after dusk and put it back out in the morning. oakbaynews.com/community/b-c-… via @OakBayNews

🌨️Flurries are in the forecast for next week❄️ Be ahead of the change in weather, and prepare yourself, your home, and your vehicle. Make a plan to check in with neighbours and help one another as needed. We have all the ideas on our website: sidney.ca/services/emerg…

Cold weather is in the forecast next week. ❄️🌨️ Proactively prepare and visit the linked shared by @saanich below. Want to learn more? Check out the @PreparedBC Winter Weather and Storm Preparedness Guide: www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/pub…

Loved checking out these 2023 top photos from my fellow talented Black Press Media journalists. vicnews.com/news/top-photo… via @VictoriaNews

While the holidays are a time for celebration, many people in BC may feel lonely, stressed or triggered. There is free, confidential support available 24/7 if you or someone you love is struggling with mental health or substance use: HelpStartsHere.gov.bc.ca @KidsHelpPhone

A 4.1 magnitude earthquake has occured near #Seattle, Washington. No #Tsunami threat to #BC. No reports of damage/injury & none are expected. More info: ow.ly/bu3o50QlLVy #BCEarthquake

#AmberAlert just received from @SurreyRCMP.

Great story from @EllaMatte2 on the new magical exhibit open at the Chinese-Canadian Museum in Victoria. vicnews.com/local-news/vid… via @VictoriaNews