DISASTERS
Where is my family?
Communications and news are paramount in an emergency. Knowing where family members are — and conditions around them — is key to decisions. What if Find My… or Snapchat Map isn’t enough because a phone is out of service or left behind?
Find family and local conditions
These linked guides cover how to find your family and learn what is happening near you and them.
Locator Apps & Group Texts
Dedicated apps help when phones work — and group texts often get through when voice lines are jammed.
Locator Apps & Group TextsCentral Family Check In
A central check-in plan so everyone knows who to contact and where status is collected when you’re separated.
Central Family Check InLocal News and Scanner Apps
Track conditions near you and your family with local news and scanner apps when you can’t see the scene yourself.
Local News and Scanner AppsNeed help with your situation?
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