Excellent coverage that gives peace of mind
We lost our home in the Tubbs fire. Since then I’ve stayed up all night, evacuated from other fires, and stressed every summer and fall. I have also spent a lot of time whenever there is a fire trying to find as much information as possible to feel safe. I’ve also found that by raising my awareness of how many fires are handled quickly and without loss of property since the tubbs fire that my anxiety has gone down.
This app puts all of the info that I was hunting down (and more) in one place, quickly and easily accessible. It notifies me so that I can know what is happening at my home, and my family members’ homes when I am away or at work. I’m amazed that this is being provided at no cost to us by a non-profit. This app is wonderful for peace of mind and information and a must have for anyone living in a WUI in any of the counties served. Thank you Watch duty for this app and this service, it is so appreciated, and so well executed.
This app puts all of the info that I was hunting down (and more) in one place, quickly and easily accessible. It notifies me so that I can know what is happening at my home, and my family members’ homes when I am away or at work. I’m amazed that this is being provided at no cost to us by a non-profit. This app is wonderful for peace of mind and information and a must have for anyone living in a WUI in any of the counties served. Thank you Watch duty for this app and this service, it is so appreciated, and so well executed.
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Good intentions, but inaccurate information
While I can appreciate a third party trying to get out accurate information to the public, there needs to be some way to confirm the information. On more than one occasion containment was called on a fire that was in fact not contained. Also, resources commitment time was given as a few days on an incident, when it was just several hours. Again…great intentions and trying to inform the public, but it needs to be accurate, correct information so it does not steer the public incorrectly or create any unnecessary hysteria or concerns.
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Good but needs improvement
I like this app for a lot of reasons. Mostly conveys accurate information, is timely, and easy to use. Definitely recommend it.
Here is the issues. Often the location of the fire on the map is incorrect, sometimes it’s just a little off but I’ve also seen the icon be miles off. It would be nice if there was a way to report an error like this as the location being wrong could cause unnecessary confusion and panic. Lastly I’m getting reports of fire in other states, states that are days away from me, this is unhelpful.
Here is the issues. Often the location of the fire on the map is incorrect, sometimes it’s just a little off but I’ve also seen the icon be miles off. It would be nice if there was a way to report an error like this as the location being wrong could cause unnecessary confusion and panic. Lastly I’m getting reports of fire in other states, states that are days away from me, this is unhelpful.
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Very Appreciated
Would recommend and very appreciated. Timely info and keep current. Like that it’s updated through the incident until the final results. Recently there was a fire near Two Rock. This app allowed me to keep an eye on what was happening as I live in the general area. It gave some peace of mind knowing what was going on and if needed my “wildfire corner” ready to go. Thankfully fire contained and evacuation wasn’t the case. However, the heads up is / was very helpful.
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Thank you for keeping me off FB
I downloaded the app as soon as it was available. It keeps me off Facebook where there’s multiple posts about assumptions or rumors which can really stress someone out. This app gives real information at real time. Already had two fires near where I live since the app debut and it’s been so helpful! If you live in Lake, Napa or Sonoma county, you need this app!!
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Great app
And, it’s only in its “infancy”. If you want to be aware of fire activity, and in my opinion, you should be in this new era of wildfires, just download the app and turn on push notifications. With Watch Duty, Planefinder set up with fire apparatus notifications, and PulsePoint there is (almost) no reason to ever be surprised by wildfire. Alert Wildfire webcam site, Nixle, etc. should not be overlooked as well. I feel being informed is my best shot at being safe.
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Excellent app - much better than the others I’ve used
A big thank you to the Devs who put this app together. Love that it is limited to wildfires only, and especially enjoy seeing the live updates that appear to be based on Cal Fire comm’s. Great job to all who worked on this.
If you get bored (maybe after fire season?) there’s a great need for an app that accesses all the live cams around the state. There’s one app out there but it seems a little sketchy.
If you get bored (maybe after fire season?) there’s a great need for an app that accesses all the live cams around the state. There’s one app out there but it seems a little sketchy.
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Impressive and Well Done
I learned about this app yesterday and immediately noticed the difference between this and other emergency alert apps I’ve used. I love that you give accurate information as soon as it is released from official channels. The notifications are timely and direct, without all the unreliable hearsay you find on social media. It is also helpful to see evacuation zone maps, photos from the ground, and aerial images of the firefighting efforts. I highly recommend this app to all my friends, family, and anyone who lives in Sonoma, Lake, and Napa County.
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Very helpful
During fire season I have had to rely on local Facebook groups, Nixle, the county notifications and other sources in order to stay informed of active fires in my area. Recently the Nixle notifications have been spotty. Now I get quick, concise easy to understand updates from the field. This makes it much easier and reduces anxiety. I get the updates on my Apple Watch. So far this is the best app I have tried for fire info.
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Informative!!!!
I downloaded the app, and within 2 days had 2 fires that were showing in close areas. This app is super easy to use, has so much information, great updates during fires, pictures and it’s all right there, no clicking and looking around. Tap on the fire you want information on and it’s there.
I am hoping and I believe it’s happening….. that other counties (like Marin … hint, hint) are added.
Great job and keep up the good job!!!!
I am hoping and I believe it’s happening….. that other counties (like Marin … hint, hint) are added.
Great job and keep up the good job!!!!
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