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2026 International Tsunami Day Webinar: Understanding and Preparing for Tsunami Hazards in Oregon

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Join us on November 5, 2026, for a special International Tsunami Day webinar focused on helping Oregon communities better understand tsunami hazards and strengthen their preparedness.

This free, public event will bring together statewide experts, Tribal partners, community leaders, and individuals with lived experience to share practical information, research, and readiness tools.

This 90‑minute session will cover what tsunamis are, how they impact the Oregon Coast, and the steps you and your community can take to stay safe before, during, and after a tsunami. Presenters will provide insights from emergency management, coastal science, public safety, and real‑world disaster response.

Event Details

Specific time, log‑in details, and instructions for joining the webinar will be added soon. Please check back for updates!

This webinar will be offered in English with Spanish, Vietnamese, Russian, Mandarin Chinese, and Ukrainian interpretation, along with American Sign Language (ASL) and CART real‑time captioning in English. 

Translated versions of presentation slides will be shared during the event to ensure full accessibility for a multilingual audience.​

  • Expert guidance on Oregon tsunami hazards
  • Real experiences and lessons learned from emergency response professionals
  • Practical preparedness strategies for individuals, families, and communities
  • Resources such as evacuation information and readiness tools
  • A facilitated Q&A session with presenters​


This webinar is designed for:
  • Coastal residents and visitors
  • Community organizations
  • Tribal partners
  • Emergency volunteers
  • Local governments
  • Anyone wanting to learn how to prepare for a tsunami​