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In response to recent devastating earthquakes in Tibet and Myanmar, the Global Earthquake Model (GEM) Foundation has activated a dedicated Post-Event Information page on its website. This page serves as a public resource, providing seismic hazard and risk context awareness and downloadable information related to major earthquake events based on USGS PAGER alerts.

The primary aim of the Post-Event Information page is to support researchers, loss modellers, emergency responders, and disaster risk reduction professionals by offering relevant data and models that enhance the understanding of seismic hazard and risk in regions that have experienced recent damaging earthquake events. This initiative aligns with GEM’s mission to promote the sharing of seismic hazard and risk information, promoting better-informed strategies for earthquake resilience.

Recent Devastating Earthquakes

So far in 2025, two significant earthquakes have prompted updates on GEM’s Post-Event Information page:

• 7th January 2025: M7.1 Southern Tibetan Plateau Earthquake

• 28th March 2025: M7.7 Sagaing Region Earthquake, Myanmar

Providing Essential Data for Risk Reduction

GEM’s Post-Event Information initiative, including a dedicated webpage for seismic hazard and risk resources related to areas recently impacted by earthquakes, is part of a wider strategy to support disaster response and enhance preparedness. This includes ensuring that GEM’s data and models are readily available to support real-world response efforts. For instance, following the Sagaing Region earthquake in Myanmar, GEM’s seismic data and models were used together with the latest USGS ShakeMap products, to support the ARISTOTLE system that provided emergency reports to the EU Emergency Response Coordination Centre (ERCC).

The ARISTOTLE reports provided critical insights into areas with the highest expected impact. This information enables the ERCC to make rapid and informed decisions regarding the allocation of humanitarian aid and the deployment of experts to support the response efforts—particularly vital when satellite imagery is not yet available and communication lines are down.

Such practical applications underscore the value of GEM’s work in disaster preparedness and risk reduction. By integrating scientific data with real-time response needs, GEM demonstrates its commitment to bridging the gap between research and action.

A Resource for the Global Community

The page is regularly updated to include data from recent red alert events, providing insights into areas affected by major seismic activity. GEM encourages visitors to make use of this resource while also consulting local authorities for official emergency response guidance.

To explore GEM’s Post-Event Information page and access data from recent earthquakes, visit the official website: https://www.globalquakemodel.org/.