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This November, KTVZ News presents Seismic Shift, a special four-part series exploring how Central Oregon is connected to — and preparing for — the next major tsunami event along the Oregon Coast.

November 6th: Lee Anderson sets the stage, explaining the science behind a potential tsunami and why experts say it’s a matter of when, not if.

November 13th: Claire Elmer takes us to the coast to show how communities and researchers are preparing for the inevitable.

November 20th: Spencer Sacks investigates what would happen next — how mass evacuation and infrastructure challenges would impact Central Oregon.

November 25th: Jillian Fortner highlights Deschutes County’s efforts to prepare as a safe haven, including new emergency operations and response planning.

Join us in November on the platforms of KTVZ News as we uncover how our region is preparing to play a critical role in tsunami survival.