Flood? Say “I’m safe” with One Touch on Your Mobile
The American Red Cross today announced its new Flood App to help save lives and reduce losses from floods and flash floods.
This free app gives iPhone, iPad and Android smartphone users instant access to local and real-time information, so they know what to do before, during and after a flood.
The content is available in English and Spanish based on the user’s language settings on their mobile device.
The app includes location-based, audible NOAA flood and flash flood watches and warnings – even if the app is closed.
“The alerts in the app will help save lives by notifying people so they can gather their loved ones and head to safety,” said Jim Judge, preparedness expert, member of the American Red Cross Scientific Advisory Committee.
“Floods are the most common natural disaster in the United States, so it’s important for people to know what supplies to have on hand and what to do if an event occurs.”
Other features of the app include:
- One-touch “I’m safe” messaging that allows users to send a message letting family and friends know that they are out of harm’s way;
- Preloaded content that gives users instant access to critical action steps, even without mobile connectivity;
- Toolkit with flashlight, strobe light and audible alarm to let others know where you are;
- Locations of open Red Cross shelters;
- Real-time recovery resources for returning home and cleaning up; and
- Badges users can earn through interactive quizzes and share on social networks.
The new Red Cross Flood App is being released during National Flood Safety Awareness Week, which runs from March 16-22.
The Flood App, along with the others, can be found in the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store for Android by searching for American Red Cross or by going to redcross.org/mobileapps.
Photo courtesy: American Red Cross
