KEYT-KKFX First Alert

Name: KEYT-KKFX First Alert
Rating: 3.510204 (62 reviews)
Author: News-Press & Gazette Co.

By: News-Press & Gazette Co. App

The KEYT weather app gives you the latest weather for our viewing region.

Overview

Google Play Store

Downloads

10,192 ▲ 4

Data as of 2026-08-07

Rating:

3.51

(62)

Version:

5.0.1302

Last updated: 2026-06-16

Ranking

#551,124 ▼ 573

Overall

Features & Capabilities

"KEYT-KKFX First Alert" is a comprehensive weather app that delivers the latest updates, severe weather alerts, and high-resolution radar for our viewing area. With features including multiple hourly updates, future radar, satellite imagery, and GPS location awareness, it ensures you're informed about daily and hourly forecasts. Save your favorite locations and receive opt-in push alerts to keep you safe during severe weather. Stay connected with local news from NewsChannel 3, Fox 11, and Central Coast News.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App

By:

News-Press & Gazette Co.

Downloads:

10,192 4

Rating:

3.51

(62)

Version:

5.0.1302 Last updated: 2026-06-16

Version code:

1302

Creation date:

2015-11-20

Publisher country:

Permissions:

android.permission.ACCESS_BACKGROUND_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.CAMERA Very high risk
android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS Very high risk
com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID Moderate risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE Low risk

Size:

122.54MB

Email:

ws*****@gmail.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-08-07

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 551,124 ▼ 573

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Contact the developer

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Developed by:

News-Press & Gazette Co.

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.keyt.android.weather

Email:

ws*****@gmail.com

Website:

http://www.wsi.com

User Reviews

User reviews show a split experience: several praise the app for its news coverage and overall appeal, but many report stability and data reliability problems. The most recurring issues are the app failing to open or crashing on launch, splash screens post-update, and weather data that is outdated or incorrect for users’ areas. Additional recurring problems include radar display issues and installation/permissions hurdles. A few reviews remain positive, highlighting El Niño coverage and general usefulness when the app works.

Pros

Overall positive sentiment with users calling the app great/excellent/super cool.
Useful for weather and news coverage (people mention monitoring El Niño).
News coverage/ reporting praised by some users.

Cons

Frequent launch crashes, splash screens, and freezes prevent normal use.
Weather data is outdated or incorrect for many locations.
Alerts/notifications do not load or fail to show for users' areas.
Radar and map displays do not render properly on devices.
Installation, permissions prompts, and initial setup can be problematic.

Recent reviews

I used it for a while. Then I would get an alert, but when I opened the app it said nothing could be found for my area. Will try again and see if it's any better.