Boaters and Tsunamis

Boats in Deep Water

If you are in deep water (at least 200 fathoms or 400 metres) when a tsunami warning is issued, stay there. Tsunami waves are small in deep water and probably won’t cause any damage. Stay tuned to your marine radio (Channel 16) for reports when it is safe to return to port.

Boats in Harbour

If you are still in the harbour when a tsunami warning is issued, you may have time to get to deep water. Listen to official estimated tsunami wave arrival times and plan safely. Do not motor your boat to open water if it is too close to the wave arrival time.

Moored Boats

If there is a local tsunami and you are moored in a harbour, abandon your boat immediately. Head for high ground.

Floatplanes

If you are in a floatplane in a harbour, take off as soon as possible. Land safely on a lake or another area not at risk.