The "Earthquake" app by American Red Cross is essential for people living in earthquake-prone areas or with loved ones in such regions. The app provides step-by-step instructions for what to do before, during, and after an earthquake, even without an internet connection. The app notifies users about earthquake occurrences and their intensity through notifications generated by the United States Geological Survey (USGS). It also has a customizable "I'm Secure" alert to let family and friends know that the user is okay through Facebook, Twitter, email, or text. Additionally, the app has features like finding open Red Cross shelters, a toolkit with a flashlight, strobe light, and audible alert functions, and badges and interactive quizzes to help users learn about earthquakes. The app requires permission to access phone contacts, GPS location, and camera. The app is available in Spanish and has a privacy policy and an EULA.
Be ready for an earthquake with Earthquake by American Red Cross. Get notified when an earthquake occurs, prepare your family and home, find help and let others know you are safe even if the power is out – a must have for anyone who lives in an earthquake-prone area or has loved ones who do. Ahora disponible en español.FEATURES: • Easy to use Spanish language toggle to switch translation directly inside the app.•Step-by-step instructions let you know what to do even before/during/after an earthquake, even if no data connectivity. •Get notified when an earthquake occurs.....
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- Brief and to the marker
- Lists features and permissions
- Includes links to privacy policy and EULA
Earthquake App 3.18.0 Update
2023-02-06
The American Red Cross Earthquake app will be retired in Summer of 2023. Download the Emergency app, which offers the same functionality along with tools for other hazards. Text "GETEMERGENCY" to 90999 or search “American Red Cross” in your app store. With this update, we published an announcement along with detailed frequently asked questions about the retirement of the Earthquake app.
