# Hurricane: American Red Cross

> Hurricane preparedness and tracking app with emergency tools and alerts. (iPhone/iPad app by American Red Cross.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hurricane-american-red-cross/id545689128 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [American Red Cross](https://appshunter.io/developer/529160694)
- Category: Weather, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.65/5 from 133 App Store ratings · 52 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 54 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2012-07-30
- Data updated: 2026-07-07
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hurricane-american-red-cross/id545689128/reviews.md

## What is Hurricane?

**One of the top 6 hurricane tracking apps - CNN**
**Readers’ Pick: Most innovative and useful hurricane app – FastCompany**
**One of 5 apps to get you through a natural disaster – Fox News**
**Top Apps of the Week (11/3/12) – ABC News**
**Top Apps of the Week (10/29/12) - MediaBistro**
**Top App of the week (9/2/12) - Appolicious**

Be ready for severe weather with Hurricane by American Red Cross. Monitor conditions in your area or throughout the storm track, prepare your family and home, find help and let others know you are safe – a must have for anyone who lives in an area where a hurricane may strike or has loved ones who do.

Ahora disponible en español.

Features:
• Free and available in English and Spanish.
• Step-by-step instructions let you know what to do even before/during/after the storm, even if no data connectivity.
• Track the path of a hurricane with our interactive storm tracker displaying where the app has been and where it’s predicted to go.
• Monitor, hurricane, flood & tornado-related weather conditions in your area or those of loved-ones with various map layers and location-based notifications for the U.S. and its territories.
• Customizable alerting and push notification options.
• Easy to view alert feed with the ability to remove alerts.
• Let friends know you are okay with the customizable “I’m Safe” alert for Facebook, Twitter, email and text.
• Find open Red Cross shelters in your area when you need help.
• Stay safe when the lights are out with the Hurricane Toolkit, including a strobe light, flashlight and audible alert functions.
• Prepare for the worst by learning how to assemble an emergency kit for your family in the event of power outage or evacuation.
• Empower your family to stay safe and remain calm in an emergency by learning how to make and practice an emergency plan.
• Earn badges that you can share with your friends and show off your hurricane knowledge with interactive quizzes.
• See an illustrated history of hurricanes in your area.
• Learn the difference between a hurricane warning and watch.
• Know how to what to do about food and drinking water when your area has been impacted by floods and power outages.

## Key features

- Offline step-by-step storm guidance
- Interactive hurricane tracking
- Location-based weather alerts
- Customizable push notifications
- Emergency toolkit (flashlight, strobe)
- Shelter finder
- Emergency preparedness planning

## Recent user reviews (10 of 52)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hurricane-american-red-cross/id545689128/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Annoying.

*2023-08-30*

The alarm goes off even when silenced. One warning is enough. I get it. Constant warnings and sirens even when I turn them off and silence my phone. I’m going to have to delete this app because I can’t have it going off during meetings.

### 5/5 — App

*2023-06-25*

It has a lot of preparation thing on it that people may not know. Don’t ignore if hurricane passes that an Amen. If it doesn’t you Will be prepared

### 3/5 — Not as accurate as it could be.

*2022-11-10, version 3.16.2*

App is not always accurate. Currently it’s missing track of Nicole. Sometimes it takes up to 6 hours to update information. Data is available lots of places but app does not get updated. Very disappointed.

### 3/5 — 9 notifications !!

*2022-09-27, version 3.16.2*

All at once.  That’s crazy.

### 5/5 — Awesome App

*2022-09-26, version 3.16.2*

Awesome App

### 5/5 — I really like it!

*2021-08-21, version 3.15.3*

It’s amazing, it helps me know what storms are coming. Next, I suggest you could make a wildfire or blizzard app! That would be cool!

### 1/5 — Locations deleted still alert

*2020-10-11, version 3.13.0*

I am removing this app as a deleted location keeps sending me alerts.

### 3/5 — Disappointed

*2020-09-18, version 3.13.0*

I would expect more from the American Red Cross.  A app  that does not work when you need it to show you what is on top of you. All it does is sit there and spin and spin I am deleting this app.

### 5/5 — Red Cross Hurricane App

*2020-08-04, version 3.12.4*

I have used this app for the past Hurricanes, and I am very happy that I can let my family know I am safe; even if I don’t have any power !

### 1/5 — Version 3.12.0 DOES NOT WORK

*2020-05-15, version 3.12.0*

I just downloaded the app and it is a waste of time.
I cannot add any locations for alerts.
The maps are DOA - their map service quit and they don't have a new one.  Hey guys, hurricane season is almost here. (It's May 15 now.)
USELESS!

## Frequently asked questions about Hurricane

### Does Hurricane have ads?

The provided data does not specify if Hurricane contains advertisements. It is listed as free to download and use.

### What is the latest update for Hurricane?

Hurricane was last updated on April 19, 2023, with version 3.19. This indicates regular updates to ensure functionality and accuracy.

### How does Hurricane help me prepare for a storm?

Hurricane provides step-by-step instructions for before, during, and after storms, even without data connectivity. It also offers guidance on assembling emergency kits and creating family emergency plans.

### Can I track storms in areas other than my own with Hurricane?

Yes, you can monitor hurricane, flood, and tornado-related weather conditions in your area or those of loved ones. The app supports location-based notifications for the U.S. and its territories.

### What emergency tools are included in Hurricane?

The Hurricane Toolkit includes a strobe light, flashlight, and audible alert functions to help you stay safe during power outages.

### How does Hurricane notify me about severe weather?

Hurricane offers customizable alerting and push notification options. You can also view an easy-to-read alert feed.

### What is the user sentiment for Hurricane?

Hurricane has a rating of 3.7 stars from 133 ratings. While this indicates a generally positive reception, there may be areas for improvement based on user feedback.

### Is Hurricane available in other languages?

Yes, Hurricane is available in both English and Spanish, making it accessible to a wider range of users.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 3.19 — 2023-04-19

The American Red Cross Hurricane app will be retired in the 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 are preparing to help you move the locations you monitor to the new Emergency app.

### 3.18.0 — 2023-01-30

The American Red Cross Hurricane 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 Hurricane app.

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