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LastQuake

Join a global network of citizen scientists for instant seismic alerts. Get ad-free, real-time data and safety tools from the official EMSC app to protect your family when every second counts.

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Key Figures

Downloads

1M+

User Rating

4.7/5

Total Ratings

13K+

Publisher

Ctre Sismologique Euro Mediterraneen

Seconds Matter When the Ground Shakes

LastQuake combines expert scientific data with real-time witness reports to provide the most reliable earthquake alerts and safety tools available.

Hyper-Fast Notifications

Receive customizable alerts for seismic activity near you, often providing vital information before official reports even reach the news.

Your Voice Saves Lives

Join a global community of citizen scientists. Your reports and photos help map impacts in real-time, aiding emergency response for everyone.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about LastQuake

What is LastQuake?

LastQuake is a free mobile application that alerts populations and gathers real-time testimonies when an earthquake occurs. It is the official app of the Euro-Mediterranean Seismological Center (EMSC).

Is the LastQuake app free to use?

Yes, LastQuake is a free mobile application. It is also completely ad-free, ensuring an uninterrupted experience for its users.

How does LastQuake detect earthquakes?

LastQuake detects earthquakes using an innovative method involving earthquake witnesses and mobile technologies. It collects rapid information from users who fill out questionnaires and share photos/videos of observed effects.

Can LastQuake users report an earthquake they felt?

Yes, LastQuake is a citizen science project where users contribute to earthquake detection. Users report their experience via a questionnaire and can share photos and videos, which helps refine understanding of earthquake effects.

Does LastQuake offer safety tips after an earthquake?

Yes, LastQuake provides post-earthquake safety tips to help users prevent risky behaviors. This information is part of the EMSC's commitment to reducing seismic risk and informing affected populations.

Can LastQuake help me notify loved ones after an earthquake?

Yes, LastQuake includes an SMS service allowing victims to notify loved ones. This feature helps connect people when they are in an area impacted by an earthquake.

What types of earthquake notifications does LastQuake provide?

LastQuake offers customizable notifications for destructive earthquakes and those near your location. The app also features earthquake notifications through a voice synthesizer.

Who developed the LastQuake app?

LastQuake is designed by seismologists and is the official app of the Euro-Mediterranean Seismological Center (EMSC). EMSC is an international non-profit scientific NGO founded in 1975.

Does the LastQuake app show earthquakes on a map?

Yes, LastQuake displays earthquakes on an interactive global map. This allows users to visualize earthquake locations worldwide and see significant seismic events.

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

LastQuake - The LastQuake mobile app home screen showing a global seismic map significant earthquake alerts and an earthquake reporting button — The LastQuake mobile app home screen showing a global seismic map significant earthquake alerts and an earthquake reporting button

LastQuake - LastQuake app earthquake safety tips showing do and do not illustrations — LastQuake app earthquake safety tips showing do and do not illustrations

LastQuake - User interface of the LastQuake app asking users to select a picture representing their earthquake experience. — User interface of the LastQuake app asking users to select a picture representing their earthquake experience.

LastQuake - LastQuake app screenshot showing a chronological list of recent significant earthquakes with magnitude and location data — LastQuake app screenshot showing a chronological list of recent significant earthquakes with magnitude and location data

Description

LastQuake is a free, mobile application dedicated to alerting populations and gathering testimonies in real-time when an earthquake occurs. Designed by seismologists, LastQuake is the official app of the Euro-Mediterranean Seismological Center (EMSC). Thanks to the participative action of its users, only a few minutes are needed for the EMSC to estimate earthquake effects and notify the population. [LastQuake is an ad-free app!] ** AN INNOVATIVE EARTHQUAKE DETECTION METHOD ** EMSC detects earthquakes using: ∘ Earthquake witnesses, who are the first to feel an earthquake, hence the first informed that an event is happening. ∘ Internet and mobile technologies, which allow rapid information collection of the effects observed by witnesses, who are asked to fill in a questionnaire and share photos and videos. Want to learn more about our detection system? Watch this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sNCaHFxhZ5E ** COMMITMENT TO POPULATIONS AFFECTED BY EARTHQUAKES ** Information and communication are cornerstones in preventing risky behaviors. EMSC contributes to the reduction of seismic risk by providing you with: ∘ real-time information ∘ post-earthquake safety tips ∘ SMS service that allows victims to notify their loved ones. ** YOUR INVOLVEMENT MATTERS ** LastQuake is a citizen science project. Your contribution helps refine our understanding of earthquake effects while fostering our support in disaster preparation and response. ** KEY FEATURES ** ∘ Real-time information and data ∘ Customizable notifications (destructive earthquakes, earthquakes near you) ∘ Access to comments, photos, and videos by eyewitnesses ∘ Information-sharing via social media ∘ SMS service to notify loved ones when in the area impacted by an earthquake ∘ Post-earthquake safety tips ** WHAT'S NEW ** ∘ Interactive felt map ∘ Customizable notification test ∘ Earthquake notification through voice synthesizer ∘ Copy-paste available for comments ∘ Minor bugs fixed ∘ New languages available: Croatian, Czech, Bosnian, Montenegrin, Hebrew ** WHAT IS EMSC? ** EMSC is an international non-profit scientific NGO founded in 1975. Based in France, EMSC federates data from the seismological observatories of 86 institutes from 57 countries. While operating a real-time earthquake information service, EMSC advocates for public participation in scientific research. Its core product, LastQuake, paves the way for innovative approaches to building more disaster-resilient communities, making EMSC among the pioneers of disaster apps dedicated to earthquakes and tsunamis.