The emergency siren system in San Francisco, intended to warn residents of crises, has remained silent since 2019 due to incomplete repairs, raising concerns during recent tsunami warnings.
Once a staple for crisis communication, the siren system was expected to be repaired by 2024, but as of February 2023, no updates on progress had been shared.
After the recent tsunami warning, officials clarified that communication relied on social media and text systems instead of the long-dormant siren system, causing concern over citizen safety.
District 3 Supervisor Aaron Peskin expressed frustration over the lack of funding for the siren system, noting that Mayor Breed's office did not include it in the budget, despite promises to prioritize repairs.
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