Google: Earthquake early warning system did not work properly in Turkey
13 hours ago
- #Turkey Earthquake
- #Google Technology
- #Earthquake Warning System
- Google's Android Earthquake Alert (AEA) system failed to provide sufficient warnings during the February 2023 earthquakes in Turkey.
- Only 469 high-level 'Take Action' warnings were sent for the first quake, while half a million received less intrusive 'Be Aware' alerts.
- The system underestimated the magnitude of both major quakes, reporting 4.5-4.9 instead of the actual 7.8 and 7.5.
- Around ten million people within 160 km of the epicenter did not receive adequate warnings, missing potential lifesaving alerts.
- Google admits its detection algorithms need improvement and emphasizes the system is a supplement to national warning systems.
- Critics highlight transparency issues and concerns over reliance on untested technology for earthquake early warnings.