The American Red Cross will, on April 24, release "Family Safe," a new emergency app for mobile devices. The app enables the user to notify loved ones who are in an area affected by an emergency or disaster.

The recipient will see the alert details as well as specific "what to do now" steps, and then respond with either "I'm safe" or "I'm not safe." This feature works even if the recipient has not downloaded the app.

Included is emergency first aid information for situations such as heart attacks, heat-related emergencies, water safety information; preloaded content so users can access guidance from Red Cross experts even without mobile connectivity; a map with open Red Cross shelter locations and weather information; home fire section with detailed prevention and safety tips as well as Red Cross "After the Fire" information; "Make a Plan" feature to help families plan what to do and where to go if a disaster strikes; and an English and Spanish language toggle.

For information, visit www.redcross./org/apps.