myHAZ-VCT
Multi-hazard citizen science
Archived App (Last seen on 31 Aug 2025)
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About
Contribute to scientific research by reporting natural hazards and environmental events. Share photos, videos, and descriptions to help scientists and emergency managers understand and respond to phenomena like floods, storms, and earthquakes.
What's New in myHAZ
1.1.0
April 27, 2022
Bug fixes
Developer apps
FAQ
What types of hazards can I report with myHAZ-VCT?
You can report a wide range of natural hazards and environmental phenomena including flooding, storms, landslides, earthquakes, volcanoes, tsunamis, drought, ground subsidence, and changes in water levels.
Who reviews the observations submitted to myHAZ-VCT?
Submitted observations are initially reviewed by myHAZ-VCT managers at The University of the West Indies Seismic Research Centre (SRC) and the National Emergency Management Organisation (NEMO) before being published in the app.
Can I interact with other users' observations in myHAZ-VCT?
Yes, there is a commenting facility within myHAZ-VCT that allows users, SRC scientists, and NEMO staff to respond to observations.
Does myHAZ-VCT provide any alerts or notifications?
Yes, SRC and NEMO can send direct notifications to myHAZ-VCT users, providing further information and advice about ongoing hazards.
Is myHAZ-VCT available on all devices?
myHAZ-VCT is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, as indicated by its supported devices list.
How often is myHAZ-VCT updated?
The app was last updated on April 27, 2022, with the latest version being 1.1.0. This suggests a moderate update frequency.
What is the age rating for myHAZ-VCT?
myHAZ-VCT has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.
Does myHAZ-VCT have ads?
No, myHAZ-VCT does not contain advertisements, as indicated by the 'hasAds' flag being false.
