MyShake

Editor's Review

MyShake is your comprehensive and free earthquake preparedness app, designed to keep you informed and safe during seismic events. Developed by the University of California, Berkeley, Seismology Lab and funded by the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services, MyShake leverages cutting-edge technology and citizen science to provide timely and potentially life-saving information. 🌍

Earthquake Early Warning: MyShake uses the USGS ShakeAlert system to deliver alerts for earthquakes of magnitude 4.5 or greater in California, Oregon, and Washington. Imagine receiving a warning several seconds before the shaking arrives – those seconds could be critical for taking cover and protecting yourself! ⚠️

Earthquake Safety: Access a wealth of safety tips and preparedness information directly on your phone. Learn how to secure hazardous items, create a family disaster plan, and understand the crucial steps of Drop, Cover, and Hold On! Knowing what to do can significantly reduce your risk of injury. 🏠

Earthquake Map: Explore an interactive map of earthquakes around the world. Get detailed information about each event, including magnitude, location, and depth. Share your own experiences and read reports from others who felt the quake. This community-driven data helps paint a comprehensive picture of earthquake impacts. 🗺️

Earthquake Notification: Customize your earthquake notifications to stay informed about seismic activity in your regions of interest. Set the minimum magnitude threshold (starting from 3.5) to receive alerts that matter to you. Never miss an important update! 🔔

Smartphone-Based Global Seismic Network: Participate in a groundbreaking research project by turning your smartphone into a mini-seismometer. Your phone can contribute to detecting earthquakes, even in areas without traditional seismic networks. This global citizen-science initiative has the potential to provide early warning alerts in every region of the world! 📱

MyShake is available in English, Spanish (Español), Chinese Traditional (繁體中文), Filipino, Korean (한국인), and Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt), making it accessible to a wide range of users. It’s completely free to use, with no ads or subscriptions. 🌏

Learn more at http://myshake.berkeley.edu and join the MyShake community today! 🤝

Features

• Earthquake Early Warning

• Earthquake Safety Tips

• Global Earthquake Map

• Customizable Notifications

• Global Seismic Network

• Available in Multiple Languages

• User Experience Sharing

• Real-time earthquake alerts

Pros

• Free to use with no ads or subscriptions

• Offers earthquake early warning alerts

• Provides earthquake safety tips

• Contributes to a global seismic network

• Available in multiple languages

Cons

• Early warning limited to certain regions

• Accuracy depends on phone sensors