Get an earthquake alert in Northern California? Here's why ShakeAlert targeted you

Thousands of Northern Californians were notified of the Isleton earthquake by a loud noise and alert on their phones Wednesday. That alert was sent out by USGS and its partners to notify you before the shaking. Here's how it works.

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