Google has admitted that its earthquake warning system underestimated the magnitude of the 2023 quake in Turkey, issuing just 469 critical alerts.

During the devastating earthquake in Turkey in 2023, Google's early warning system failed to issue accurate alerts, delivering just 469 'Act Now!' warnings for a 7.8-magnitude quake. Although the system was active, it underestimated the intensity of the quake, instead generating lower-level alerts for 'mild shaking'. Google said it is working to improve its algorithms, but experts warn that over-reliance on unvalidated technology can be dangerous.