6 apps that could make a difference during an emergency
Have you ever been stuck in the middle of an actual emergency? Tap or click here for 18 must-have items that help you survive any crisis.
Not every calamity takes place at home. You never know when you’ll be facing something dire with only your smartphone in hand.
To help you in an emergency, our sponsor ExpressVPN created a list of essential apps. Keep reading for a list of invaluable safety apps for any unexpected disaster.
1. First Aid: American Red Cross
The First Aid app is like keeping a tiny doctor in your pocket to help guide you through everything from a choking victim to wound-dressing. Here are some tools that come with it:
- A huge directory of common emergency scenarios, all complete with everything you’ll need to know to resolve them.
- In-line “Call 911” buttons do the dialing for you.
- Quiz activities that let you polish up your knowledge before an emergency happens.
- Preparation guides and lists of what you’ll need.
- Tons of extra content to read, including safety tips and best practices.
It always pays to be prepared, and the emergency solutions here all come straight from one of the most reputable names in the game. This app is available for free on iOS and Android.
2. What3words
Built-in phone settings that could save your life
In these troubled times, when we’re dealing with a pandemic and protests compounded with the usual risks of accidents and crime, your smartphone can be your emergency notifier.
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