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New Hurricane App Brings American Red Cross Safety Information to Smart Phones
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New Hurricane App Brings American Red
Cross
Safety Information to Smart Phones
“I’m Safe” feature lets people
alert their loved ones with a push of a
button
Honolulu, Hawaii, August 1, 2012 — The American Red Cross today launched its official Hurricane App, putting lifesaving information right in the hands of people who live in or who visit hurricane prone areas.
This free app is the second in a series to be created by the American Red Cross, the nation’s leader in emergency preparedness, for use on both iPhone and Android platforms. It gives instant access to local and real time information on what to do before, during and after hurricanes. Building on the Red Cross’ leadership in the social media space, the app also includes a number of features that allow people to monitor personalized weather alerts in locations where family and friends reside and share information with others in their social networks who might also need it.
Honolulu, Hawaii, August 1, 2012 — The American Red Cross today launched its official Hurricane App, putting lifesaving information right in the hands of people who live in or who visit hurricane prone areas.
This free app is the second in a series to be created by the American Red Cross, the nation’s leader in emergency preparedness, for use on both iPhone and Android platforms. It gives instant access to local and real time information on what to do before, during and after hurricanes. Building on the Red Cross’ leadership in the social media space, the app also includes a number of features that allow people to monitor personalized weather alerts in locations where family and friends reside and share information with others in their social networks who might also need it.
“We want everyone to be ready for
hurricanes,” said Coralie Matayoshi, Chief Executive Officer of the
American Red Cross, Hawaii State Chapter. “The Red Cross Hurricane App
allows people to receive and spread emergency information and to share their own
status with friends and loved ones through social networks, anywhere,
anytime.”
The launch of the Red Cross hurricane app comes just before what is traditionally the busiest period of the Atlantic hurricane season. Features of the app include:
·
One touch “I’m safe” messaging that allows users to broadcast
reassurance to family and friends via social media outlets that they are out of
harm’s way;
·
Location-based NOAA weather alerts for the United States and its territories
users can share on social networks;
·
Remote monitoring of personalized weather alerts where family and friends
reside;
·
Locations of open Red Cross shelters;
·
Simple steps and checklists people can use to create a family emergency
plan;
·
Preloaded content that gives users instant access to critical action steps, even
without mobile connectivity;
·
Toolkit with flashlight, strobe light and audible alarm; and
·
Badges users can earn through interactive quizzes and share on social
networks.
The app enables people across the country to receive
alerts for locations in areas where they like to vacation or where loved ones
live, giving peace of mind to travelers, people who winter in warmer climates,
and those with elderly relatives or college students in coastal
areas.
National Red Cross experts in health, safety, and
preparedness have thoroughly reviewed and field tested the information and
advice provided in this app.
The Hurricane App follows the recently released
Red Cross First Aid
App which has had nearly 600,000 downloads
in just six weeks. Testimonials and positive reviews have shown how dozens of
people already have used the app to help in real-life
situations.
The Hurricane and First Aid Apps can be found in the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store for Android by searching for American Red Cross. Downloading the First Aid app is not a substitute for training. First Aid and CPR/AED training empowers people to know how to respond to emergencies in case advanced medical help is delayed. People can visit redcross.org/takeaclass for course information and to register.
The Hurricane and First Aid Apps can be found in the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store for Android by searching for American Red Cross. Downloading the First Aid app is not a substitute for training. First Aid and CPR/AED training empowers people to know how to respond to emergencies in case advanced medical help is delayed. People can visit redcross.org/takeaclass for course information and to register.
The Red Cross is a non-profit humanitarian
organization which provides assistance to meet the immediate emergency needs of
those affected by disasters. All Red Cross assistance to disaster victims is
free. The Red Cross is not a government agency; it depends on public
contributions to help others. Your gift supports the lifesaving mission of the
American Red Cross in your community, across the country and around the
world. To send a contribution, mail your check to: American Red
Cross, Hawaii State Chapter, 4155 Diamond Head Road, Honolulu, HI 96816.
Make a secure online donation at www.hawaiiredcross.org
or call:
(808) 739-8109
About the American Red Cross: The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies more than 40 percent of the nation's blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a not-for-profit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or join our blog at blog.redcross.org.
About the American Red Cross: The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies more than 40 percent of the nation's blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a not-for-profit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or join our blog at blog.redcross.org.
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