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Apps to Help in a Disaster
Disasters almost always arrive unexpectedly. But there are computer apps to help people prepare for disasters. Some apps alert users when a disaster has taken place.
1. Siren GPS Mobile
The free Siren GPS Mobile app connects users to emergency services at the tap of the screen. The app will let emergency workers know where the person in need is.
The app works over cellphone networks. But it also works on Wi-Fi if cellphone networks are down after an emergency.
Users can create a personal health report on the app to share with emergency services. This will provide information about medicines that users take, allergies they might have and other medical information important to treatment decisions.
2. Life360
The Life360 app provides a service to keep the loved ones connected. Users can set up a network of people to share their location, chat and get alerts when they are near someone in their network. People in the same network can use the app on iPhone and Android devices.
The app helps users communicate when they are in danger. The location sharing function can be suspended（暂停）when desired.
The Life360 app is free, with some services available for a fee.
3. Red Panic Button
When a person is in danger, the Red Panic Button app might help. This app can send a text message to chosen contacts providing the user’s location. You can also add a voice or video message or photo to your text and email.
This app can also be used to contact emergency services.
Red Panic Button is free, but extra features are available for a fee.
4. First Aid by American Red Cross
The free First Aid app by the American Red Cross helps guide users in giving first aid to the injured people. The app can also help with information to help plan for droughts, floods, storms and more.
Watch videos and take quizzes within the app. Users can switch the app from English to Spanish.
1. All of the following are features of the Siren GPS Mobile app EXCEPT ________.
A. rescuers can get your health information through it
B. it connects users to emergency services
C. it is useless if your cellphone network is down
D. rescue workers can know where the injured person is
2. If you have the Life360 app, you can _________.
A. share your health information with doctors directly
B. keep connected with those in your network
C. get hospital information immediately when in danger
D. watch over your loved ones’ movements
3. What may be the best choice if you want to get information about disasters in advance?
A. Siren GPS Mobile. B. First Aid by American Red Cross.
C. Red Panic Button. D. Life360.
