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San Francisco
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
1 month ago

Damaging winds foreseen with thunderstorms in San Francisco and San Mateo counties Wednesday

Severe thunderstorm warning issues for San Francisco and San Mateo counties with wind gusts potentially reaching 60 mph.
Los Angeles
fromwww.dailynews.com
1 month ago

California lawmakers discuss faulty emergency alert systems after Southern California wildfires

Legislators are exploring improvements to California's emergency alert systems after confusion from false alarms during wildfires.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
1 day ago

NYC Upgrades Notify NYC: Hyperlocal Emergency Alerts Now Available via Text

New Yorkers can now receive neighborhood-specific emergency alerts via text without needing an app or online account.
Los Angeles
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Wildfires expose flaws in L.A.'s emergency alert systems

Emergency alert systems often fail during disasters, resulting in delayed notifications and confusing communication networks.
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Every smartphone in LA accidentally received a wildfire evacuation alert | TechCrunch

A technical error led to a countywide evacuation alert in Los Angeles, causing confusion and panic among residents far from active wildfires.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 months ago
East Bay (California)

Update: High surf warning affecting Northern California from Thursday to Saturday breaking waves of 20 to 30 feet expected

A high surf warning has been issued for the Coastal North Bay, predicting waves of up to 45 feet and dangerous conditions.
San Francisco
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
1 month ago

Damaging winds foreseen with thunderstorms in San Francisco and San Mateo counties Wednesday

Severe thunderstorm warning issues for San Francisco and San Mateo counties with wind gusts potentially reaching 60 mph.
Los Angeles
fromwww.dailynews.com
1 month ago

California lawmakers discuss faulty emergency alert systems after Southern California wildfires

Legislators are exploring improvements to California's emergency alert systems after confusion from false alarms during wildfires.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
1 day ago

NYC Upgrades Notify NYC: Hyperlocal Emergency Alerts Now Available via Text

New Yorkers can now receive neighborhood-specific emergency alerts via text without needing an app or online account.
Los Angeles
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Wildfires expose flaws in L.A.'s emergency alert systems

Emergency alert systems often fail during disasters, resulting in delayed notifications and confusing communication networks.
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Every smartphone in LA accidentally received a wildfire evacuation alert | TechCrunch

A technical error led to a countywide evacuation alert in Los Angeles, causing confusion and panic among residents far from active wildfires.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 months ago
East Bay (California)

Update: High surf warning affecting Northern California from Thursday to Saturday breaking waves of 20 to 30 feet expected

A high surf warning has been issued for the Coastal North Bay, predicting waves of up to 45 feet and dangerous conditions.
more#public-safety
#weather
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Deadly spring storms continue to batter the South and Midwest

Historic rainfall forecasted for the American South and Midwest poses life-threatening risks through the weekend.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Storm Eowyn brings 114mph hurricane winds with Ireland in the 'eye of the storm' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Storm Eowyn poses significant threats to life and property with 114mph winds, urging residents to stay home and avoid travel.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Deadly spring storms continue to batter the South and Midwest

Historic rainfall forecasted for the American South and Midwest poses life-threatening risks through the weekend.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Storm Eowyn brings 114mph hurricane winds with Ireland in the 'eye of the storm' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Storm Eowyn poses significant threats to life and property with 114mph winds, urging residents to stay home and avoid travel.
more#weather
#yosemite
San Francisco
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
1 month ago

Update: Winter storm warning issued for Yosemite until early Saturday morning up to 18 inches of snow

A winter storm warning affects Yosemite until Mar. 15, predicting significant snow and dangerous wind conditions.
San Francisco
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
1 month ago

Update: Yosemite under a winter storm warning Wednesday and Thursday up to 14 inches of snow

Yosemite is under a winter storm warning with significant snow and hazardous conditions expected until Thursday.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
1 month ago
San Francisco

Update: Yosemite under a winter storm warning until Thursday afternoon up to 24 inches of snow

Yosemite faces a winter storm warning with significant snowfall and hazardous conditions, urging travelers to prepare and delay non-essential trips.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
1 month ago
San Francisco

Yosemite under a winter storm warning Wednesday and Thursday up to 13 inches of snow

Yosemite is under a winter storm warning with significant snow and high winds expected.
San Francisco
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
1 month ago

Update: Winter storm warning issued for Yosemite until early Saturday morning up to 18 inches of snow

A winter storm warning affects Yosemite until Mar. 15, predicting significant snow and dangerous wind conditions.
San Francisco
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
1 month ago

Update: Yosemite under a winter storm warning Wednesday and Thursday up to 14 inches of snow

Yosemite is under a winter storm warning with significant snow and hazardous conditions expected until Thursday.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
1 month ago
San Francisco

Update: Yosemite under a winter storm warning until Thursday afternoon up to 24 inches of snow

Yosemite faces a winter storm warning with significant snowfall and hazardous conditions, urging travelers to prepare and delay non-essential trips.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
1 month ago
San Francisco

Yosemite under a winter storm warning Wednesday and Thursday up to 13 inches of snow

Yosemite is under a winter storm warning with significant snow and high winds expected.
more#yosemite
Wearables
fromTheregister
2 months ago

FDA clears Google watch feature to call 911 if you flatline

The FDA has approved the Loss of Pulse Detection feature for the Pixel Watch 3, alerting users of imminent death.
#flood-warning
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Update: Flood warning issued for Solano and Yolo counties until further notice

Solano and Yolo counties face significant flooding with continued warnings for local residents to exercise extreme caution on flooded roads.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 months ago
East Bay (California)

Update: Flood warning issued for Alameda County Thursday night

Alameda County is under a flood warning due to significant rainfall, prompting residents to stay alert and take necessary precautions.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 months ago
East Bay (California)

Update: Flood warning for Solano and Yolo counties until Friday morning

Minor flooding is currently impacting Solano and Yolo counties, with warnings issued for specific flooded areas and travel advisories.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Update: Flood warning for Solano and Yolo counties until Monday evening

Flood warnings are in effect for Solano and Yolo counties due to minor flooding, with communication encouraging safety precautions.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 months ago
East Bay (California)

Update: Flood warning affecting Sonoma County until 3 a.m. Saturday

Sonoma County faces a flood warning affecting urban areas and streams due to heavy rain, urging residents to stay safe.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Update: Flood warning issued for Solano and Yolo counties until further notice

Solano and Yolo counties face significant flooding with continued warnings for local residents to exercise extreme caution on flooded roads.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 months ago
East Bay (California)

Update: Flood warning issued for Alameda County Thursday night

Alameda County is under a flood warning due to significant rainfall, prompting residents to stay alert and take necessary precautions.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 months ago
East Bay (California)

Update: Flood warning for Solano and Yolo counties until Friday morning

Minor flooding is currently impacting Solano and Yolo counties, with warnings issued for specific flooded areas and travel advisories.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Update: Flood warning for Solano and Yolo counties until Monday evening

Flood warnings are in effect for Solano and Yolo counties due to minor flooding, with communication encouraging safety precautions.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 months ago
East Bay (California)

Update: Flood warning affecting Sonoma County until 3 a.m. Saturday

Sonoma County faces a flood warning affecting urban areas and streams due to heavy rain, urging residents to stay safe.
more#flood-warning
#national-weather-service
fromMail Online
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Imminent tornado sparks 'danger to life' alerts for millions

Kentucky residents are warned of an imminent tornado threat with severe weather expected across 22 counties, prompting emergency alerts and precautions.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 months ago
East Bay (California)

Update: Flood watch for Yosemite Valley until Friday night

A flood watch has been issued for Yosemite Valley due to possible excessive rainfall and flooding.
fromMail Online
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Imminent tornado sparks 'danger to life' alerts for millions

Kentucky residents are warned of an imminent tornado threat with severe weather expected across 22 counties, prompting emergency alerts and precautions.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 months ago
East Bay (California)

Update: Flood watch for Yosemite Valley until Friday night

A flood watch has been issued for Yosemite Valley due to possible excessive rainfall and flooding.
more#national-weather-service
#wildfires
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

How to Stay Safe as Fires Sweep Southern California

Southern California is grappling with severe wildfires; residents must stay informed and prioritize safety via available resources and technologies.
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago
US news

Firefighters battling LA fires make some progress, but harsh winds threaten gains

California wildfires continue to devastate areas with significant loss of life and destruction, despite some progress in containment efforts.
fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago
Writing

False Evacuation Orders Are the Last Thing L.A. Needs

Erroneous evacuation alerts caused panic in a Malibu mobile-home park during wildfire threats.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

How to Stay Safe as Fires Sweep Southern California

Southern California is grappling with severe wildfires; residents must stay informed and prioritize safety via available resources and technologies.
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago
US news

Firefighters battling LA fires make some progress, but harsh winds threaten gains

California wildfires continue to devastate areas with significant loss of life and destruction, despite some progress in containment efforts.
fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago
Writing

False Evacuation Orders Are the Last Thing L.A. Needs

Erroneous evacuation alerts caused panic in a Malibu mobile-home park during wildfire threats.
more#wildfires
Digital life
fromMedium
4 months ago

Redesigning Alerts for Life or Death

The emergency alert system is failing, leading to alert fatigue and reduced trust during critical situations.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
London

Storm Darragh batters UK and Ireland, leaving 1 dead and hundreds of thousands without power

Storm Darragh caused severe weather disruptions and a fatality in Britain and Ireland, resulting in emergency alerts and significant power outages.
fromThe Verge
7 months ago
Science

T-Mobile tests using Starlink to send emergency alerts you can get off the grid

T-Mobile has successfully sent a wireless emergency alert via a Starlink satellite, marking a significant advancement in satellite communication.
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