Hurricane Irma: 11 applications to help during the elements

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We have compiled a list of applications on the phone that will help you when Hurricane Irma comes to the coast of South Florida.

Red Cross Hurricane app: This free application is available for iPhone and Android owners. Here you will find current information from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, as well as communicate with relatives and friends. Among the functions there is a flashlight and alarm clock. Also collected information on first aid. The application is available here: redcross.org/mobile-apps/hurricane-app.

NOAA Radar US: Here you can find up-to-date information about the hurricane, animated images of meteorological radar surveys on storm threats. The app costs $ 1,99 for iPhone and iPad.

Weather Underground: The appendix contains data from more than 200 000 meteorological stations. Hyper-local, per-minute weather forecasts are available.

Waze: The app will be useful for motorists who are looking for ways on how to relocate to the northern part of Florida. The app shows which roads will be affected by Hurricane Irma. Drivers can share road condition information in real time.

Tracker.gasbuddy.com: The application monitors the situation at the gas stations and shows at what gas stations there is gasoline. To find out the information you need to enter a ZIP code or city in a search engine and the application will show a list of gas stations where there is or is missing gasoline.

Zello: To use this online radio, you must be connected to a cellular or wireless network. The application is available for Android and iPhone and was used during Hurricane Harvey. People use a walkie-talkie to report a current situation, ask for help, and so on.

Snap Map: Snap Map Snapchat allows you to publish a location and track on the map where your loved ones are located. According to The Washington Post, during Hurricane Harvey for 86 hours was downloaded from 250 000 to 300 000 photos and videos.

Nextdoor: The application is designed to seek help during the elimination of the consequences of the hurricane. Here you can find people who can help you with the repair, or help yourself.

WhatsApp: The application offers fast, simple, secure messaging and calls for free around the world, which may come in handy during Hurricane Irma.

Firechat: Another application that helps to stay connected. To maintain communication, it is not necessary to be connected to the Internet, although in this case messages will be delivered to the recipients with a slight delay.

Headspace: This application with 10 minute meditations can come in handy in a stressful situation and help reduce anxiety levels.

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