Earthquake warning: the seconds that could save your life

Earthquakes can strike without warning—but new technology can give you precious seconds to react.

In this episode archived of The Alerting Authority, Jeannette Sutton and Eddie Bertola break down USGS ShakeAlert, earthquake early warnings, Wireless Emergency Alerts, and the technology that can warn people before strong shaking arrives. They also examine false earthquake alerts and why fast follow-up communication is critical for maintaining public trust.  

The episode also revisits the Hawaii false missile alert and research showing why people need corrective information through the same channels that delivered the original warning. 

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