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Tsunami warning: 5 features you should enable to get real-time alerts and emergency notifications on Android and iPhone
Following the earthquake off the coast of Russia and the resulting tsunami warning for nearby regions, smartphone users can take key steps to stay informed. Both Android and iOS offer built-in features that send real-time alerts, share safety instructions, and let users reach emergency contacts quickly. Enabling these features could make a significant difference during natural disasters.
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Enable government and emergency alerts
Smartphones can receive Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) from government agencies.
• On iPhone: Go to Settings > Notifications, scroll down to Government Alerts, and enable Emergency Alerts and Public Safety Alerts.
• On Android: Navigate to Settings > Safety & emergency > Wireless emergency alerts (exact path may vary). Make sure all alert types are enabled.
Smartphones can receive Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) from government agencies.
• On iPhone: Go to Settings > Notifications, scroll down to Government Alerts, and enable Emergency Alerts and Public Safety Alerts.
• On Android: Navigate to Settings > Safety & emergency > Wireless emergency alerts (exact path may vary). Make sure all alert types are enabled.
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Emergency SOS: This feature lets users quickly call emergency services and notify emergency contacts.
• On iPhone: Head to Settings > Emergency SOS. Enable Call with 5 Presses. Add emergency contacts in the Health app.
• On Android: Go to Settings > Safety & emergency > Emergency SOS. You can trigger an SOS by pressing the power button multiple times.
• On iPhone: Head to Settings > Emergency SOS. Enable Call with 5 Presses. Add emergency contacts in the Health app.
• On Android: Go to Settings > Safety & emergency > Emergency SOS. You can trigger an SOS by pressing the power button multiple times.
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Set up Medical ID or Emergency Information
First responders can access health data and emergency contacts even from the lock screen.
• On iPhone: In the Health app, tap your profile picture > Medical ID. Enable Show When Locked.
• On Android: Go to Settings > Safety & emergency > Medical information and fill in relevant details.
First responders can access health data and emergency contacts even from the lock screen.
• On iPhone: In the Health app, tap your profile picture > Medical ID. Enable Show When Locked.
• On Android: Go to Settings > Safety & emergency > Medical information and fill in relevant details.
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Use live location sharing
Letting friends or family know your exact location is vital in a disaster.
• On iPhone: Use the Find My app to share your live location.
• On Android: Open Google Maps > Profile Icon > Location sharing and choose contacts to share with.
Letting friends or family know your exact location is vital in a disaster.
• On iPhone: Use the Find My app to share your live location.
• On Android: Open Google Maps > Profile Icon > Location sharing and choose contacts to share with.
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Install official alert apps
Apps from meteorological or disaster management agencies often offer region-specific alerts. Search your app store for apps from your local emergency authority and allow notifications.
Apps from meteorological or disaster management agencies often offer region-specific alerts. Search your app store for apps from your local emergency authority and allow notifications.
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