Intersec Urges Immediate Action for Mitigating Earthquake Risks in Pacific Regions

Intersec Urges Immediate Action: Enhanced Early Warning Systems Crucial for Mitigating Megathrust Earthquake Risks in Pacific Regions

Paris, France, September 9, 2024 – Intersec, a global leader in innovative public safety solutions, emphasizes the urgent need for robust Early Warning Systems (EWS) to mitigate the devastating impacts of megathrust earthquakes. As tectonic activity continues to pose significant threats to communities around the Pacific Ring of Fire, the potential consequences of inaction are dire. Intersec calls on governments and the private sector to invest in advanced EWS technologies to better prepare and protect communities from these catastrophic events.

The Growing Threat of Megathrust Earthquakes

Megathrust earthquakes, which occur at subduction zones, are among the most powerful seismic events on Earth. The Asia-Pacific (APAC) region faces significant risks due to its proximity to major fault lines. Recent studies indicate a potential increase in seismic activity, making a proactive approach to disaster preparedness essential. According to recent studies, the likelihood of significant earthquakes in this region has risen, underscoring the need for immediate action.

The Role of Early Warning Systems (EWS)

Early Warning Systems consist of several critical components that work together to save lives:

• Disaster Risk Knowledge: Understanding the risks associated with seismic activity.
• Monitoring: Utilizing IoT sensors and open data to detect seismic events in real time.
• Warning Dissemination: Rapidly disseminating geotargeted alerts to the public.
• Crisis Response: Coordinating evacuation and emergency procedures.

Intersec's end-to-end EWS integrates advanced map-centric risk knowledge, public alerting, and crisis response solutions, ensuring communities are well-prepared for potential disasters.

Call to Action

Intersec advocates for increased collaboration among governments, the private sector, and international organizations to implement comprehensive EWS in high-risk regions. The company highlights the importance of regular system updates, community drills, and public awareness campaigns to ensure system effectiveness. As a member of the United Nations’ ITU, Intersec is committed to leading by example, offering tailored EWS solutions that cater to the unique needs of different regions.

To learn more, join Charlotte Cardona, VP of Communications, at a panel discussion hosted by the Jakarta Foreign Correspondents Club (JFCC) on September 10, at 10 AM WIB. Click here to register.

About Intersec

Intersec is a global leader in telecom metadata and location intelligence solutions. Designed by fast data experts, our solutions guide governments and telcos in their data-driven revolution to build tangible value, from efficiently warning people in case of danger to driving new sources of revenue. Our 80 clients in 50 countries leverage our instruments to reach, locate, and map nearly one billion connected devices 24/7, our mission-critical communication solutions cover 400 million people around the world. Headquartered in France, Intersec places Privacy by Design well beyond accepted standards, it assures regulatory compliance, no matter where our clients operate. Learn more at www.intersec.com.

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