California’s tsunami alert was a mess for many. Here’s why

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After a California quake, confusion threatens to increase digital distrust in times of disaster.

The warning applied to 5.3 million people in California, according to the Associated Press, although not all received it — and many who did were shocked into disbelief.

Gavin Newsom's X account later, I discovered that he didn't post about the tsunami warning until it was canceled.

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Author / Journalist: Rebecca Ruiz

Category: Technology

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Published On: 2024-12-06 @ 19:26:23 (6 days ago)

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