Scots urged to download 'life-saving' app that helps you in extreme weather

dailyrecord.co.uk:

Scots are being urged to download a free mobile location app to stay safe ahead of turbulent weather, as forecasters have predicted heavy snow winds and black ice.An amber snow warning is in place for Scotland on Tuesday which the Met Office has warned is likely to result in power cuts and black ice.

Such extreme conditions create the perfect storm for travel delays and can often result in motorists getting stuck.Not only is this inconvenient, it can land people in risky situations, as they may have to eventually abandon their cars and brave the elements.

Luckily, What3words here is a free mobile app that can help Brits who find themselves injured, lost or stranded as a result of extreme weather.The free mobile app is a location tracker that can help users share their exact spot with emergency services when they are in danger.What3words works on a grid system, dividing the globe into 3m x 3m squares and giving each square a unique what3words address - a combination of three words.For example, drivers can enter "///join.strict.bound" to find the entrance of the Shell Garage of Beaconsfield Services on the M40 in England.

The service is used by 85 per cent of roadside assistance, including the AA and can be used when calling 999.The app is free to download on both IOS and Android and should be downloaded ahead of changing weather conditions and uses GPS, so no internet connection is required.But if you don't get to download it in time, emergency call handlers can still use it to find your location.