# SAFER - Storm Safety — Storm Preparedness & Safety

> Storm Preparedness & Safety (iPhone/iPad app by Carolyn Lin.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/safer/id1631027712 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Carolyn Lin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1631027714)
- Category: Weather
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15 · 44 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2022-06-23
- Data updated: 2026-05-16
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/safer/id1631027712/reviews.md

## What is SAFER?

SAFER (Storm Assistance for Emergency Resilience) is a smartphone app designed by Dr. Carolyn A. Lin, a Professor of Communication at the University of Connecticut.  The goal of distributing this smartphone app is to invite coastal residents in the State of Connecticut to utilize the app to help keep themselves prepared when an imminent severe storm threatens their personal and property safety.


## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.7 — 2025-12-05

This update brings major improvements to SAFER:
	•	Added a brand-new Power Outage safety page with tips, guidance, and interactive steps
	•	Introduced 3 new mini-games to help users learn storm preparedness in a fun way
	•	Improved visuals, interactions, and overall performance across the app

### 1.0.6 — 2024-09-08

Changed format of Personal Risk page. Added scales to Evacuation page.

### 1.0.5 — 2024-08-28

Reworded and changed format of different sections.

### 1.0.4 — 2024-03-25

Added more content for additional towns.

### 1.0.3 — 2023-04-26

Updated links for Storm Tracking and Stay in Touch screens. Added info to Personal Safety screen.

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