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🚨 Disaster Alert Apps Comparison
Japan experiences frequent earthquakes. Disaster alert apps are essential!
⚠️ Install at least one app!
Earthquakes, tsunamis, typhoons come without warning. Keep phone notifications on.
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Yahoo!防災速報
★★★★★
Key Features:
- ✓11 disaster types: earthquake, tsunami, rain, etc.
- ✓Customizable push notifications
- ✓Register up to 3 locations
- ✓Evacuation shelter map
- ✓Disaster preparedness guide
Pros
Fastest alerts, most users
Cons
Has ads
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NHK ニュース・防災
★★★★☆
Key Features:
- ✓By NHK public broadcaster
- ✓Real-time disaster news
- ✓Emergency live video
- ✓Weather information
- ✓Multilingual support (English, etc.)
Pros
Credible info, no ads
Cons
Slightly slower than Yahoo
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特務機関NERV防災
★★★★★
Key Features:
- ✓Evangelion-themed design
- ✓Ultra-fast alerts (direct from meteorological agency)
- ✓Specialized in earthquakes
- ✓Clean UI, no ads
- ✓Free version sufficient
Pros
Fastest earthquake alerts, cool design
Cons
Some features paid (¥600/mo)
Installation & Setup
1
Download App
Search and install from App Store (iPhone) or Google Play (Android)
2
Allow Location
Location access needed for location-based alerts
3
Notification Settings
Select disaster types: earthquake, tsunami, rain, etc. Recommend all ON!
4
Check Sound
Test notification sound. Set to ring even in silent mode
What is Emergency Earthquake Alert?
System that detects P-waves after an earthquake and alerts before stronger S-waves arrive. Usually alerts seconds to tens of seconds before.
What to do when you get an alert?
- 1.Get away from falling objects, get under table to protect head
- 2.If in elevator, exit at nearest floor
- 3.If outside, move away from buildings, signs, vending machines to open space