Beforehand, earthquakes go from mildly irritating to destructively terrifying.
Therefore, those who live in areas prone to earthquakes suffer the recurrence of earthquakes.
And even for those traveling in a travel van, it is important to be aware of earthquakes.
Now, technology comes to benefit us with applications that warn of earthquakes.
How earthquake applications work
Currently, there are two different types of applications for earthquakes.
The first track earthquakes around the world. Furthermore, you can see if there has been production near you and receive alerts for your area.
However, the other type is true vibration meters. To decide, use your phone's accelerometer to measure the vibrations of the place where you are.
This way, you can alert and detect any suspicious activity.
To help you understand the applications, we have briefly listed the main ones.
The best apps for earthquakes
Earthquake Alert Android/iOS
Firstly, Earthquake Alert has more data that can be used on a tablet, and is perfect for the aficionado seismologist.
In this way, the application collects information on all earthquakes greater than 1.0 on the Richter scale in the United States.
And all earthquakes greater than 4.5 on the Richter scale at an international level.
Furthermore, it tells a practical list of earthquakes. If you want information about what is happening in the world.
Earthquake -American Red Cross Android/iOS
Earthquake safety is important at first, but you can be surprised by how little you know.
Therefore, this ground-based application is designed for when seismic events occur,
It is also designed to educate with fun quizzes.
This way, it helps to plan in advance before an earthquake occurs and achieve safety and refuge after the event.
LastQuake Android/iOS
Above all, this is the official application of the CSEM (Euromediterranean Seismological Center) and is developed by seismologists.
Therefore, it is a detection method and provides quick estimates of earthquake power.
In this sense, it obtained information from 86 institutes from 57 countries. The application is very easy and simple to use.
However, it has a basic user interface, easy access to all tools.
It also provides earthquake safety advice and personalized notifications.
Furthermore, there is a function to send text messages to your loved ones in case you find yourself in an earthquake.
Earthquake tracker Android/iOS
From now on, the Earthquake Tracker application shows all recent earthquakes from around the world,
Then, they inform you of an earthquake shortly afterwards, simply by sending a warning.
However, it is an essential application on a smart device.
It has the following functions:
- Allows you to see earthquakes on maps and see where they were produced.
- Receive notification of the earthquake region you choose.
- Reports the number of earthquakes in the last 24 hours.
Important advice about earthquakes
- After the arrival of earthquake warnings, you will only have a few seconds to receive the earthquake warning before the shocks affect you.
- So if you live in an area of seismic activity, take safety measures at home and know what you need to do at work, in the church.
- Always have an emergency plan with your family.
- Remember that applications are still available, so you don't depend on them alone.
