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Confusion in CDMX over earthquake alert ahead of National Drill 2026
Social media users shared their concerns after the earthquake alert was activated before the National Drill 2026 in Mexico City.
The activation of the earthquake alert in Mexico City caused confusion among residents who feared a real tremor. Social media users expressed their unease and sought explanations regarding the alert issued prior to the National Drill 2026.
The National Drill will take place on Saturday, September 19 at 12:00 PM. A hypothetical scenario of an earthquake with a magnitude of 7.7 centered in Puebla has been proposed, according to El Universal.
Details about the alert have been widely disseminated, including information on how it will sound on the mobile phones of participants in various locations, including Acapulco and Michoacán, establishing a clear protocol for citizens.
Infobae reported that this will be the first time the drill takes place on a weekend, which will involve the activation of various emergency operations, particularly in iconic locations such as Xochimilco and the Monument to the Revolution.
During the simulation exercise, the importance of properly configuring mobile devices to receive the alert was emphasized. It is crucial that phones are turned on and the wireless alerts option is activated, a feature that is often enabled by default on many devices.
The exercise results showed that 27,984 out of 28,287 speakers worked properly, representing 98.9% of the alert network, according to information disclosed by Clara Brugada. This reaffirms the effectiveness of the alert system in case of emergencies.