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By Chris Morris
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) – On today’s APP-tastic and outta SITE – Distress Signal.
READ MORE: Haddon Township Man, Dog Complete 7-Year, 38-Country Walk Around WorldIt’s reassuring to have a phone in case of an emergency, but there are some scenarios where you may not be able to tell authorities where to find you. Distress Signal sends a text message to emergency services that includes your GPS coordinates, along with a maps link.
READ MORE: Sources: Authorities Investigating Whether 2 Police Officers Struck By Stray Bullets On Ben Franklin ParkwayIt also stores your emergency contact details, allergies and medical conditions on the screen, in case you’re unable to supply them when help arrives.
MORE NEWS: Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney Says He'll Be Happy When He's Not Mayor Following Fourth Of July ShootingCheck out the Distress Signal app.
