The article discusses the challenges and failures of government emergency alert systems during recent wildfires in Southern California. Following the destructive Eaton and Palisades Fires, experts and residents raised concerns about significant delays in evacuation orders. The communication breakdown among first responders, government officials, and third-party alert services has been a recurring issue in past disasters, prompting calls for a thorough review of these systems. Residents reported receiving little to no notifications, leading to confusion and danger as fires spread quickly.
City officials declined to answer AP's questions about a lag in some Palisades Fire alerts, though Fire Capt. Branden Silverman said responding to a fire can take some time.
Several residents who lost homes in the Eaton Fire told the Associated Press they received no notifications about their neighborhoods. For others, the first warning was an urgent text message in the middle of the night.
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