Smartphones Just Might Save Your Life In Extreme Weather

By Douglas McIntyre  •  May 28, 2025

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, highlights how smartphones—particularly iPhones—are becoming life-saving tools during extreme weather events. Following a tornado incident in St. Louis where sirens failed, he notes that mobile weather alerts now serve as the most reliable warning system. McIntyre also explains how AI-driven forecasting is advancing precision in storm prediction, potentially replacing some traditional meteorological roles while significantly improving public safety.

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