Room: Ballroom E
Date: 4/16/2026
Session Time: 2:15 PM to 3:30 PM (local time)
Advancing Earthquake Early Warning: Science, Technology and Engagement in the U.S. and Beyond
Earthquake Early Warning (EEW) systems are expanding globally, offering critical seconds of warning to reduce risk and enhance resilience. This session invites contributions highlighting the performance, innovations and future directions of EEW systems and their integration into everyday life, with a focus on the ShakeAlert system in the United States and comparable efforts worldwide. We welcome presentations on algorithmic advancements such as seismic phase identification, finite fault characterization, rapid magnitude/location estimation and ground motion estimation. Submissions exploring the integration of diverse data types, low-cost sensors, fiber-optic technologies and AI/ML approaches are encouraged. We also invite abstracts focused on communication, education and outreach (CEO), including strategies for public messaging, alert delivery, user training and engagement with technical and institutional users. Additionally, we welcome perspectives on the critical role of governmental emergency management agencies in operationalizing EEW, coordinating response and supporting public readiness. International collaboration is also key, and we encourage contributions from agencies like Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) and others working to advance EEW across borders. Join us to explore how cutting-edge science, technology and partnerships are shaping the future of EEW.
Conveners
Stephen Crane, Natural Resources Canada (stephen.crane@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca)
Zoe Krauss, University of Washington (zkrauss@uw.edu)
Derek Lambeth, California Office of Emergency Service (derek.lambeth@caloes.ca.gov)
Natalia A. Ruppert, U.S. Geological Survey (nruppert@usgs.gov)
Jessie K Saunders, California Institute of Technology (jsaunder@caltech.edu)
Samantha Stanley, University of California, Berkeley (samantha.stanley@berkeley.edu)
Oral Presentations
| Participant Role | Details | Start Time | Minutes | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Submission | Beyond Earthquakes: The Role of Emergency Management in Seismic Events | 02:15 PM | 15 | View |
| Submission | How to Learn an Industry in 10 Days! Utilizing Qualitative Methods to Build Industry-specific Expertise Within the ShakeAlert Earthquake Early Warning Technical Engagement Team | 02:30 PM | 15 | View |
| Submission | Caution! Dangerous Intersections Ahead: Understanding Human Behavior, Traffic Patterns, Protective Actions and Accidents | 02:45 PM | 15 | View |
| Submission | Deaf, Deafblind, and Hard of Hearing University Student Experiences With Earthquake Early Warning in the United States: Evaluating Language Planning and Technology Access | 03:00 PM | 15 | View |
| Submission | Implementing Public EEW in Guatemala: From Seismic Detection to Public Action | 03:15 PM | 15 | View |
| Total: | 75 Minute(s) |
Advancing Earthquake Early Warning: Science, Technology and Engagement in the U.S. and Beyond - III
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