1/6 Here is one of my public service projects that might help to save a life. #FindMeSAR (findmesar.com) is a webpage that uses the GPS in your phone to display your coordinates and accuracy value. #SearchAndRescue #Hiking #10Essential
2/6 Several coordinate formats are supported and each has a different colored screen. The yellow screen displays your location in latitude longitude, decimal degrees. This format is used by all 911 call centers.
3/6 When you open FindMeSAR the first time your phone has to be online. The code for this webpage is saved in a special part of the browser's memory and this webpage will then work offline. (Service worker + AppCache)
4/6 If you ever need to call 911, FindMeSAR can be a backup way to give them your location. Remember to use the yellow screen and also give 911 the accuracy value.
5/6 This is also useful if you want to tell friends to meet you at a spot with no street address. There is a group of off road enthusiasts that post a FindMeSAR screenshot when they get stuck and need volunteers to come help.
6/6 There is an icon you can save on your homescreen and a “Tips” button with more information.
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