As fun as camping trips may be, there’s always the added risk of something going wrong. It is essential to follow safety protocols when navigating through challenging terrain and to always have first aid available if things ever go wrong. In situations of distress where you cannot physically contact anybody, your phone acts as the holy grail of rescue options. You can make emergency phone calls directly from your phone’s lock screen.
Additionally, Google’s Personal Safety feature offers functionality that can be very helpful during critical emergencies. To set it up, navigate to Settings > Saftey & emergency, and add your medical information and emergency contacts. These details include specifics like your name, date of birth, blood type, and any allergies, and this information can be accessed by anyone during an emergency without having to unlock your phone. Also, be sure to enable “Emergency Location Service” — this feature automatically sends your live location when you call or text an emergency number.
