Facebook now offers new tools for families facing emergencies. The company announced Family Emergency Preparedness features today. These tools help families stay connected during crises. They also help coordinate help faster.

(Facebook Launches Family Emergency Preparedness)

Natural disasters and other urgent situations create chaos. People struggle to find loved ones. Facebook wants to solve this problem. The new tools are built directly into Facebook.

One key feature is the Emergency Help Hub. Users can find this hub easily in the Facebook app. It provides a central place during a crisis. People can mark themselves safe quickly. They can also check on friends and family nearby. The hub shows who needs help nearby. It also shows who can offer help.

Another tool lets people create temporary groups. These groups are just for close family and trusted friends. They are private. Members share important updates here. They share location information. They share needs like shelter or supplies. This keeps communication focused and fast.

Facebook developed these tools with safety experts. They tested them with real families. The goal is real-world usefulness. Anyone with a Facebook account can use these features. They are available globally starting today.

(Facebook Launches Family Emergency Preparedness)

Facebook constantly works on safety tools. This launch is part of that ongoing effort. The company believes technology should help people support each other. Especially during difficult times. These features aim to make emergency coordination simpler.