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Disaster alerts — Earthquake, Tsunami, Volcano straight to your phone

Get a browser notification on your phone or PC when an earthquake, tsunami or volcanic eruption is recorded. Free, no sign-up, no app. Default: Earthquake, Tsunami, Volcano; earthquakes from M6.0. Only events that have already happened — never forecasts.

Browser push notificationsNo app No name or phone number

Turn it onThe alert box opens on the map. Pick topics and an area, then press 'Turn on'.

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What we send

On by default
Earthquake, Tsunami, Volcano
Also available: Volcano, Earthquake, Tsunami, Space, Flood, Wildfire, Armed conflict, Pandemic
Earthquakes
From M6.0
Adjustable from M3 to M8
Area
World · country · radius
Radius 100 km / 300 km / 1,000 km / 3,000 km
Not too many
Max 3 at a time
Nothing older than 6 hours

Not a forecast. We only send events that have already happened and been published by an observatory.

How to turn it on

  1. Open the mapTurn on alerts opens the map with the alert box ready.
  2. Pick topicsEarthquakes, tsunamis and volcanoes, plus floods, wildfires, conflict and more. Set the earthquake magnitude.
  3. Pick an area (optional)Choose a country, or 'Use my location' and a radius.
  4. Press 'Turn on' and allow notificationsYour browser only asks after you press the button. Turn it off from the same box.

FAQ

Is it free? Do I need an account?

Free, no account and no app. It uses browser push notifications. We never ask for your name, phone or email.

What disasters can I get alerts for?

You can pick from: Volcano, Earthquake, Tsunami, Space, Flood, Wildfire, Armed conflict, Pandemic. Earthquake, Tsunami, Volcano are on by default. Earthquakes start at M6.0 and you can set anything from M3 to M8.

Do you send forecasts?

No. We only send events that have already happened and been published by an observatory.

Can I get alerts only for my area or my trip?

Yes. Pick a country, or tap 'Use my location' and choose a radius (100 km / 300 km / 1,000 km / 3,000 km). Leave it empty to get worldwide alerts.

Will I get too many notifications?

At most 3 at a time, and nothing older than 6 hours.

What happens to my data when I turn it off?

It is deleted immediately. We only keep the push address for your browser and your settings.

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