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Alert SA

Alert SA

by Government of South Australia – South Australian Fire and Emergency Services Commission

15 ratings
143 reviews
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Released
December 9, 2019
Updated
September 22, 2026

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Government of South Australia – South Australian Fire and Emergency Services Commission
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Receive timely alerts and warnings for various hazards like fires, heatwaves, severe weather, and floods. Customize notifications for up to 10 specific areas and stay informed about fire danger ratings and total fire bans. This official government app ensures you have critical public safety information.

✓Multi-hazard alerts
✓Customizable watch zones
✓Fire danger ratings
✓Total fire ban information
✓Cross-border notifications
✓Accessibility features
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What users say about Alert SA

Reviews of Alert SA are mixed: the News app is rated 4.9/5 from 15 App Store ratings. What users like most: customizable watch zones for personalized alerts, real-time incident mapping and location visibility. Top complaints: notification sound is intrusive and cannot be customized, alert fatigue from excessive non-critical notifications. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • 🗺️Customizable watch zones for personalized alerts
  • 📍Real-time incident mapping and location visibility
  • 🔔Reliable notifications for critical emergencies
  • 👍User-friendly interface and easy navigation
  • 💾Comprehensive incident information and details
  • 🌙Dark mode support
  • 📱Works seamlessly on multiple devices
  • 🚨Essential safety tool for fire-prone areas
  • ⚡Quick access to fire danger ratings
  • 🎯Ability to monitor multiple locations simultaneously

Negative things

  • 🔊Notification sound is intrusive and cannot be customized
  • 📢Alert fatigue from excessive non-critical notifications
  • 🐛Notifications fail to arrive despite enabled settings
  • ❌Frozen app after recent updates (iOS)
  • 📍Insufficient location details in notifications (missing suburb/street address)
  • ⚠️Minimum 5km watch zone too large for metro areas
  • 🔄Completed incidents remain on map causing clutter
  • 🌍Shows alerts for entire state instead of just watch zones
  • 📱Landscape mode not supported on tablets
  • ⏱️Delayed notifications arriving after incidents are resolved
  • 🎯Poor alert filtering and prioritization system
  • 🔧Inconsistent performance across iOS versions
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What's New in Alert SA

3.7.0

September 22, 2026

Key new features include: • We've made some behind-the-scenes improvements to make the app run smoother and notifications work even better.

User reviews

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Well done Alert SA

The Alert SA is a great app. Keeps us informed of any issues near us. Thank you.
JGJoans girl

Today’s system test

I didn’t receive the actual test alert
Llolanelpip

Good but missing somthing

Add the SEWS alert to it and make a button to test it
AUAlert sa user

Alert SA

This is a very important app, it provides updates and alerts within my area.
TATrish Pt Aug

Always like to check

Feel better knowing that I can check out any dangerous stuff going on
Feel better
Hhighfoss
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

10 issues

App freezes on welcome screen after update (version 3.3.0+)

Bug

Fire hazard rating button causes app crash

Bug

Notifications not received despite enabled settings and watch zones configured

Bug

Push notifications fail after iPhone OS updates

Bug

App stuck in portrait mode on iPad in landscape orientation

Bug

Notifications arrive days late or not at all

Bug

Incidents outside watch zones still trigger alerts

Bug

No push notification buttons visible on some iPhone models

Bug

App becomes unresponsive during high-incident periods

Bug

Inconsistent notification delivery across devices

Bug
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Requested Features

16 requests

Customizable notification sounds with multiple options

Feature

Ability to filter alert types (fires only vs. all incidents)

Feature

Watch zones smaller than 5km for suburban areas

Feature

Wind direction and speed information for fire events

Feature

Dynamic watch zones that adjust based on fire danger levels

Feature

Landscape mode support for iPad/tablets

Feature

Route-based alert zones instead of radius-only

Feature

Evacuation point locations with facility details (pet-friendly, horse-friendly)

Feature

Different zone sizes for different hazard types

Feature

North indicator on map

Feature

Road closure information integrated into app

Feature

Burned area visualization (black zones for completed fires)

Feature

Toggle to hide completed incidents

Feature

Ability to sort incidents by most recent first

Feature

Optional heatwave and non-critical alerts

Feature

Street address in tree-down notifications

Feature

FAQ

What kind of alerts does the Alert SA app provide?

The Alert SA app provides timely and relevant information on a range of hazards. This includes alerts and warnings for fires, heatwaves, severe weather, floods, and hazardous materials. It also delivers important Fire Danger Rating and Total Fire Ban information.

Can I customize the alerts I receive?

Yes, you can customize the alerts by creating up to 10 watch zones. This allows you to receive notifications specifically for hazards occurring in areas of interest to you, ensuring you get the most relevant information.

Is the Alert SA app free to download and use?

Yes, the Alert SA app is the official mobile application of the South Australian Government and is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned.

What are the system requirements for the Alert SA app?

The app uses your mobile device’s GPS location and requires an internet connection to receive data. It also fully supports large text and voiceover features for accessibility.

What should I do if I don't receive alerts during an emergency?

During emergencies and extreme weather events, telecommunications services may be unreliable, potentially affecting timely information delivery. The app's developers recommend not relying on any single source of information during an emergency and suggest checking other official channels.