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MyShake Earthquake Alerts

Protect your home and family with life-saving alerts from UC Berkeley and the USGS. Get the critical seconds you need to Drop, Cover, and Hold On with the world's most trusted citizen-science seismic network.

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Key Figures

Downloads

1M+

User Rating

3.3/5

Total Ratings

1K+

Publisher

University of California, Berkeley

Stay One Step Ahead of Shaking

Developed by UC Berkeley, MyShake provides life-saving early warnings and real-time seismic data to keep you and your family safe in earthquake country.

Critical Early Warnings

Receive alerts from the USGS ShakeAlert™ system several seconds before shaking starts in California, Oregon, and Washington.

Expert Safety Guidance

Access proven preparedness tips and learn exactly how to Drop, Cover, and Hold On to minimize injury during a seismic event.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about MyShake Earthquake Alerts

Does MyShake provide early earthquake warnings?

Yes, MyShake provides early warning alerts in California, Oregon, and Washington for earthquakes magnitude 4.5 or greater. It uses the USGS ShakeAlertTM system to deliver these alerts before shaking arrives.

Is the MyShake app free?

Yes, the MyShake app is completely free to use. It does not include any ads and requires no subscription for its features.

What earthquake safety tips does MyShake provide?

MyShake offers safety tips for earthquake preparedness, including how to secure items, create a disaster plan, and what to do during an earthquake, such as "Drop, Cover, and Hold On!".

Can MyShake show global earthquake activity?

Yes, MyShake displays a map of earthquakes from around the world. Users can view detailed information like magnitude, location, and depth for each earthquake event.

What languages are supported by the MyShake app?

MyShake supports multiple languages including English, Spanish (Español), Chinese Traditional (繁體中文), Filipino, Korean (한국인), and Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt).

Who developed the MyShake earthquake app?

The MyShake app is developed by the University of California, Berkeley, Seismology Lab. Funding for the app comes from the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services.

Can I customize earthquake notifications in MyShake?

Yes, MyShake allows users to customize earthquake notifications. You can select specific regions of interest and choose a minimum earthquake magnitude, such as 3.5 or greater.

How do I report an earthquake experience in MyShake?

Users can share their earthquake experience through MyShake. This contributes to community reports on shaking and damage, visible to other users on the app's map and details section.

What is the HomeBase location feature in MyShake?

The MyShake app establishes a HomeBase location, primarily in California, Oregon, and Washington. This feature ensures you receive early warning alerts if an earthquake occurs within your designated coverage area.

What is the minimum magnitude for MyShake earthquake alerts?

MyShake sends early warning alerts for earthquakes of magnitude 4.5 or greater in CA, OR, and WA. For general notifications, users can configure alerts for magnitudes 3.5 or greater.

The following screenshots and description are sourced directly from the app's official store listing and are the property of the app developer.

App Store

Screenshots

MyShake Earthquake Alerts - MyShake app map interface showing recent earthquake magnitudes and locations along the United States West Coast — MyShake app map interface showing recent earthquake magnitudes and locations along the United States West Coast

MyShake Earthquake Alerts - A global map view in the MyShake app showing seismic activity markers across the Asia Pacific region — A global map view in the MyShake app showing seismic activity markers across the Asia Pacific region

MyShake Earthquake Alerts - Interface of the MyShake app showing an earthquake map near New Jersey with a 4.8 magnitude event and citizen experience reports. — Interface of the MyShake app showing an earthquake map near New Jersey with a 4.8 magnitude event and citizen experience reports.

MyShake Earthquake Alerts - A ShakeAlert notification in the MyShake app displaying instructions to drop cover and hold on during an earthquake. — A ShakeAlert notification in the MyShake app displaying instructions to drop cover and hold on during an earthquake.

MyShake Earthquake Alerts - Interface of the MyShake app showing the HomeBase location setting and a map of Sacramento for earthquake alerts. — Interface of the MyShake app showing the HomeBase location setting and a map of Sacramento for earthquake alerts.

MyShake Earthquake Alerts - Graphic instructions for Drop Cover and Hold On earthquake safety procedures within the MyShake app — Graphic instructions for Drop Cover and Hold On earthquake safety procedures within the MyShake app

MyShake Earthquake Alerts - A list of recent earthquakes in California showing magnitude, location, and time on the MyShake app. — A list of recent earthquakes in California showing magnitude, location, and time on the MyShake app.

MyShake Earthquake Alerts - MyShake app interface displaying earthquake experience reports with charts for shaking strength building damage and road damage — MyShake app interface displaying earthquake experience reports with charts for shaking strength building damage and road damage

Description

MyShake is a comprehensive and free earthquake app offering these features: Earthquake Early Warnings Receive timely, potentially life-saving early warning alerts in California, Oregon and Washington. MyShake uses the USGS ShakeAlertTM system to deliver alerts for earthquakes of magnitude 4.5 (or greater) several seconds before shaking arrives. Earthquake Safety View safety tips for earthquake preparedness such as securing hazardous or moveable items and creating a disaster plan. Know what to do during an earthquake and learn more about Drop, Cover and Hold On! Earthquake Map and Details View and explore a map of earthquakes around the world and get detailed information such as earthquake magnitude, location and depth. Share your own experience of an earthquake and see community reports of shaking and damage. Earthquake Notifications Stay informed of earthquakes as they occur by receiving notifications on your phone. Select your regions of interest and the earthquake magnitude. You’ll never miss out on any earthquake greater than magnitude 3.5! Smartphone-Based Global Seismic Network Participate in a smartphone-based global seismic network. In this research project, your phone becomes a mini-seismometer and contributes to the detection of earthquakes wherever you are. This global citizen-science based seismic network has the potential to provide early warning earthquake alerts in every region of the world, even in the absence of traditional seismic networks! About Us MyShake is developed by the University of California, Berkeley, Seismology Lab and funded by the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services. The Berkeley Seismology Lab conducts essential research on earthquakes and solid earth processes while collecting and delivering high quality geophysical data. MyShake is available in English, Spanish (Español), Chinese Traditional (繁體中文), Filipino, Korean (한국인), and Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt). MyShake is available to everyone for free with no ads and no subscription! Learn more at http://myshake.berkeley.edu/