Google launches earthquake alerts on Android in India
Yes, Google launched earthquake alerts on Android in India on September 27, 2023. This means that Android users in India will now receive alerts on their phones before an earthquake strikes, giving them precious seconds to take cover or reach safety.
The Android Earthquake Alerts System works by using the sensors in Android phones to detect seismic activity. If a phone detects shaking that it thinks may be an earthquake, it sends a signal to Google's earthquake detection servers. These servers then combine information from many phones to determine if an earthquake is happening, where it is, and what its magnitude is.
If the servers determine that an earthquake is happening, they send out alerts to Android users in the affected area. The alerts include information about the earthquake, such as its magnitude, location, and estimated arrival time.
The Android Earthquake Alerts System is still under development, but it has already been shown to be effective in detecting and warning people about earthquakes. In 2022, the system sent out alerts to Android users in the United States and New Zealand just seconds before earthquakes struck, giving people time to take cover.
The launch of earthquake alerts in India is a significant step forward for disaster preparedness and early warning systems in the country. India is one of the most earthquake-prone countries in the world, and early warning
Have a plan for what you and your family will do if an earthquake strikes. This plan should include where you will go for safety and how you will communicate with each other.
Make sure you have an emergency kit that includes food, water, first aid supplies, and other essentials.
Keep your important documents in a safe place where you can easily access them in an emergency.
Know where the earthquake shut-off valves for your gas and water lines are located.
Secure furniture and other objects in your home so that they don't fall over during an earthquake.
If you receive an earthquake alert on your Android phone, take it seriously and immediately take steps to protect yourself and your loved ones