The Seismology Division at the Geological Survey of Israel is currently building a new website to replace the existing infrastructure, which has become obsolete and unmaintained. The old site suffers from map-based data search limitations, and there is significant concern that it will not withstand the massive surge in traffic expected during a strong earthquake.
The new website is designed to be a professional, stable, and secure interface that meets strict data security and accessibility requirements. It will be hosted on the gov.il platform, providing a robust infrastructure backed by the National Cyber Directorate to ensure resilience against extreme traffic loads. One of the core improvements is the direct integration with the Division's new database, allowing for the easy and clear search and display of historical and real-time earthquake data on a dynamic map. The new site offers tailored interfaces for various target audiences ranging from the general public to researchers who require raw data for their studies.
The project’s main objective is to provide the public and the media with reliable seismic information in real-time, particularly when potential system load is at its peak. During an event, the site will enable citizens to fill out the "Did You Feel It?" form, providing critical data that the division uses to generate regional intensity maps and advance future risk research. Additionally, the site will display information on research projects led by the seismologists and the division’s teams.
Led by a dedicated development and content team from the Seismology Division and the IT Department of the Geological Survey of Israel, the project is expected to go live in the first quarter of 2026. It will provide the State of Israel with a professional, accessible, and advanced tool serving as a public information interface and improving the national response during an earthquake.