No matter the make and model of your phone, it’s likely to have an emergency SOS feature built in—something you will hopefully never have to use but should make yourself aware of, just in case.

We consulted preparedness experts and WIRED’s team of testers on the essential bug-out gear to keep your family safe during a crisis. That’s why it’s important to make plans well in advance and put ...

Calling 911, and doing it efficiently, is a skill every person should learn and know by heart. It could truly be a matter of life and death. Time is of the essence when reporting an emergency. This is ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The Wireless Emergency Alerts system was tested Wednesday. (Screenshot via Yahoo News) Today electronic devices nationwide, ...

Emergency apps are designed to keep you informed about local incidents or reported crimes. They can also alert you to impending natural disasters or weather events such as tornadoes or earthquakes.

Medical professionals at urgent care centers and hospital emergency rooms give people immediate medical attention. Understanding the services each offers may save people time and money if they are ...

Personal loans can help you pay for emergency expenses such as medical care or home repairs. See if you pre-qualify for emergency loans, and compare loan offers with borrowing alternatives. The best ...

Ross Bonaime is the Senior Film Editor at Collider. He is a Virginia-based critic, writer, and editor who has written about all forms of entertainment for Paste Magazine, Brightest Young Things, ...

A hypertensive emergency from a sudden rise in your blood pressure at 180/120 millimeters of mercury (mm Hg) or higher requires immediate care. If not treated, it can cause serious health difficulties ...

Doug Wintemute is a staff writer for Forbes Advisor. After completing his master’s in English at York University, he began his writing career in the higher education space. Over the past decade, Doug ...