"April: Recognizing National Earthquake Preparedness Month In California, USA."

  "April: Recognizing National Earthquake Preparedness Month In California, USA."

Residing in California means being prepared for the potential occurrence of earthquakes. In observance of National Earthquake Preparedness Month, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) urges residents to revise their emergency strategies and utilize the MyShake App. While life may present unexpected challenges, earthquakes no longer need to be one of them!

Below are some methods to receive earthquake alerts:

HOW TO RECEIVE ALERTS:

There are three methods for individuals and families to receive earthquake warnings through the California Earthquake Early Warning System:

1. MyShake App: This free smartphone application delivers audio and visual alerts to iPhone users. It is available in both Languages (English and Spanish).

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4. Android Earthquake Alerts: Android phones equipped with updated operating systems are automatically enrolled in Android Earthquake Alerts. This service utilizes the same technology as the MyShake App.

5. Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEAs): These no-cost text messages are sent through a nationwide system and provide essential information for emergency situations in the State of California.

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8. EARTHQUAKE PREPAREDNESS TIPS:

   Engage with Earthquake Warning California by enrolling in:

   • Government Emergency Alerts
   • My Shake App

   Learn how to safeguard yourself during an earthquake:

   • Drop to the ground
   • Cover your head with your arms
   • Hold onto your neck until shaking ceases

   Develop an emergency preparedness strategy:

   • Create a personalized emergency plan tailored to your specific requirements

   Assemble an emergency supply kit:

   • Ensure your kit addresses all essential daily needs

   Comprehend and mitigate potential hazards:

   • Explore myhazards.caloes.ca.gov to understand local risks and discover methods for safeguarding your home, including securing furniture, appliances, home fuel systems, and more.

Alerts generated by the system depend on a computerized program known as ShakeAlert, overseen by the United States Geological Survey (USGS) in partnership with Cal OES.This program analyzes data from seismic networks in California, computes initial magnitudes, and predicts the regions likely to experience shaking.

The California Earthquake Early Warning System integrates a smartphone application with conventional alert systems like Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA). Utilizing ground motion sensors situated throughout the state, the system detects earthquakes before they are perceptible to humans.