Predicting Earthquakes: Google’s Last Minute Technology News
Google Earthquake Warning System Sends Notification Before 5.1 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Mudanya, Bursa
Just 1 minute before the 5.1 and 4.5 magnitude earthquakes that occurred off the coast of Mudanya, Bursa, Google sent a warning notification to Android devices. This advanced warning system includes information that a tremor is expected depending on the severity of the earthquake and the region where the earthquake occurred.
But how did Google know that an earthquake was going to happen? The Android Earthquake Warning System is designed to send warnings to users earlier, the further they are from the epicenter. This means that while the users closest to the center received the notification of the earthquake that took place today in Bursa after the shaking started, users in the surrounding provinces received it earlier, before the earthquake started, due to the distance.
In short, users who receive notifications from the Android Earthquake Warning System can receive warnings in a shorter time, the further away they are from the earthquake center. However, for this system to work, Android users must activate the precise positioning feature by selecting the “Earthquake alerts” feature.
This proactive approach by Google in sending earthquake warnings showcases the potential of utilizing technology for early disaster warnings, ultimately helping to mitigate the impact of natural disasters on communities. For users in seismic regions, activating these features may prove to be a lifesaving decision.
