Washington State Debuts Cellphone Earthquake Alerts
For the first time, residents will be able to get alerts on their cellphones seconds before the ground under their feet starts shaking — enough time, hopefully, to get to a safe spot and avoid injury.
May 03, 2021 •
(TNS) - One of the most terrifying things about earthquakes is the way they strike without warning. That's going to change just a tiny bit in Washington beginning Tuesday.
For the first time, residents will be able to get alerts on their cellphones seconds before the ground under their feet starts shaking — enough time, hopefully, to get to a safe spot and avoid injury.