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Emergency: Severe Weather App

Emergency: Severe Weather App

Alerts, Maps, Radar & Shelters

7.2K ratings
256 reviews
#88 in free Weather
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • April 14, 2015
  • July 27, 2026

Developer

American Red Cross
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Stay safe during extreme weather and disasters with real-time alerts, interactive preparedness guides, and essential tools. This app provides official weather notifications, live maps, and helps locate shelters and services when you need them most.

✓Real-time severe weather alerts
✓Interactive preparedness guides
✓Personalized checklists
✓Live weather maps and radar
✓Hurricane and storm tracking
✓Locate Red Cross shelters and services
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Emergency. Based on 7.2K reviews and a 4.8/5 average, it highlights the 5 positives and 5 negatives reviewers mention most about this Weather app.

Positive things

  • 👍Easy user interface
  • 👍Accessible to the blind
  • 🚀Sends immediate notifications
  • 👍Keeps users informed about hazards
  • 👍Provides emergency preparedness information

Negative things

  • 🔇Notifications too loud even with volume down
  • 🔁Repeated notifications for the same event
  • 🗺️Inaccurate location tracking and alerts
  • 🔍Inability to customize alert radius
  • 🔌Alerts not working during power outages
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What's New in Emergency

5.4.0

July 27, 2026

We've listened to your feedback and continue to improve the Emergency app. This release includes improved location search, a redesigned Maps tab that displays Red Cross shelters and service sites with unique icons to make assistance easier to find — even if you haven't added a location — and a directly interactive Services Available banner that reduces the number of taps needed to find help.

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This app rose +2 positions in Weather chart.

Last updated on August 9, 2026.

User reviews

Most RecentHighest RatedLowest Rated

Maps Useless in Version 5.2.1

The Hurricane map that shows hurricanes and tropical storms does not include a map! The storm track & shelters float in white space. I am using an iPhone 16 Pro with iOS 26.5.2.
Extremely Zen.
Please fix this app.
Mick Gator FanMick Gator Fan

Gulf of Mexico

I can’t give a five star because the map is wrong. It says golf of America America and that’s actually wrong! You’ll get a five star when you change it back to Gulf of Mexico.
TamhairTamhair

Mayor

Does a great job keeping Mayor Brenda Salas Freeman advised on weather conditions.
freeman tomfreeman tom

Best alert app

Best alert app. Does a great reliable job picking up all alerts and notifying you promptly.
Savery325Savery325

What?

In the weather it said a typhoon warning(the typhoon is called Bawei) but in this app said no typhoon
123goodday123goodday
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Reported Bugs

3 issues

App crashing or freezing

Bug

Notifications not working as expected

Bug

Issues with adding or updating locations

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Requested Features

5 requests

Add option to mute alerts after initial notification

Feature

Provide more customization options for alert settings

Feature

Integrate with smart home devices and wearables

Feature

Add ability to share alerts and safety status with contacts

Feature

Improve map functionality and location-based features

Feature

FAQ

What does the Emergency app do?

The Emergency app helps you prepare for, stay safe during, and recover after disasters and extreme weather events. It provides expert tips, real-time alerts, interactive guides, and tools to help you stay informed and protected.

What are the key features of the Emergency app?

Key features include real-time severe weather alerts from NOAA, interactive preparedness guides and checklists, live weather maps with radar and storm tracking, and the ability to locate Red Cross shelters and disaster services.

Is the Emergency app free to use?

Yes, the Emergency app is completely free to download and use. It is available in both English and Spanish and is designed to be accessible with your phone's built-in features.

What types of weather alerts does the app provide?

The app provides official National Weather Service (NOAA) alerts for a variety of severe weather conditions, including tornadoes, hurricanes, floods, and severe thunderstorms. You can customize these alerts by location and hazard type.

Can I find help after a disaster with this app?

Yes, the app includes a feature to locate open Red Cross shelters and disaster services sites using an interactive map. This helps you find immediate assistance and support when you need it most after an event.