California Launches Statewide Earthquake Early Warning System

What is the name of the new smartphone app introduced as part of the earthquake alert system?

• Earthquake Alert

• My Shake

• Quake Notify

• Shake Alert

What technology does the earthquake alert system use to detect earthquakes?

• Seismic waves

• Ground motion sensors

• Satellite imagery

• Weather radars

Through which systems will the earthquake alerts be sent out?

• Radio announcements

• Television broadcasts

• Social media platforms

• My Shake app and wireless system

What is the minimum magnitude for an earthquake to trigger an alert in the new system?

• 4.5

• 4.0

• 5.0

• 3.0

On what anniversary was the new earthquake alert system unveiled?

• 30th anniversary of the Loma Prieta earthquake

• 40th anniversary of the Alaska earthquake

• 20th anniversary of the Northridge earthquake

• 25th anniversary of the San Francisco earthquake