Since its launch in 2021, the Android Earthquake Alerts System has detected over 2,000 earthquakes, sending 790 million alerts worldwide. Users receive 10 to 60 seconds of notice before the strongest shaking. An example includes a magnitude 6.7 earthquake in the Philippines, where nearly 2.5 million people were alerted 18.3 seconds after the quake started. The system expanded to all 50 US states and six US territories, enhancing public safety. Alerts inform users on the intensity of shaking and prompt them to respond appropriately during an earthquake.
Google's Android Earthquake Alerts System has detected and issued warnings for over 2,000 earthquakes since its 2021 rollout, providing 10 to 60 seconds of advance notice.
During a magnitude 6.7 earthquake in the Philippines, the system notified nearly 2.5 million people just 18.3 seconds after the quake began.
Android earthquake alerts are available in all 50 US states and six territories, expanding critical safety information access to more individuals.
Alerts push notifications that inform users about shaking intensity, helping them drop, cover, and hold on before impactful shaking occurs.
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