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Discussion Forum - The Bothy - what3words location app


Author: Emma Trutwein
Posted: Sat 18th Aug 2018, 6:44
Joined: 2018
Local Group: West Yorkshire
Hello all

Just wanted to make people aware of this new really useful location app which could help if you require emergency services or assistance when out walking in the wilderness.

On the app the entire world has been split into 3x3 metre square grid which each have their own unique 3 words assigned to them. It works using the GPS on your phone so you don't have to worry about having a signal or 4g. You just open the app and it will tell you the 3 words for your exact location, this can then be passed to emergency services (or your friends) who can search the words on the online map (or the app) to find out exactly where you are. Emergency services are just starting to use and promote this app and it has recently been featured on the One Show.

It can also be used to organise meeting points, or pretty much anything where you need an accurate location.

For more info go to:

https://what3words.com/

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