# 21Alive First Alert Weather > The 21Alive Weather App gives you the latest weather for our viewing region. Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.wpta.android.weather](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.wpta.android.weather) ## Overview - **ID:** `com.wpta.android.weather` - **Platform:** Android - **Type:** Android app - **Status:** Available - **Publisher:** Gray Media - **Category:** WEATHER - **Downloads:** 41,761 - **Rating:** 4.67 / 5 (796 ratings) - **Version:** 6.2.512 - **Last updated:** 2026-05-29 - **First published:** 2016-11-30 - **Publisher country:** US - **Size:** 98 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-09-08 - **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wpta.android.weather) - **Website:** [http://business.weather.com](http://business.weather.com/) - **Privacy policy:** [https://wpta21.com/privacy-policy/](https://wpta21.com/privacy-policy/) ## Description The **21Alive First Alert Weather** Chrome extension delivers the latest and most accurate weather updates tailored for your viewing region. Experience high-resolution 250 meter radar and satellite cloud imagery, providing an in-depth look at current conditions. The app offers future radar tracking to monitor severe weather patterns heading your way. Stay informed with frequent updates multiple times per hour, including daily and hourly forecasts generated from advanced computer models. Easily add and save your favorite locations for quick access, or rely on the integrated GPS to get weather information relevant to your current whereabouts. Opt-in push alerts ensure you receive timely severe weather warnings directly from the National Weather Service, helping you stay safe regardless of the weather conditions outside. ## Rankings - #322,024 — Overall ## Permissions and access ### Permissions - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS` - `android.permission.ACCESS_BACKGROUND_LOCATION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE` - `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE` - `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE` - `android.permission.INTERNET` - `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS` - `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE` - `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED` - `android.permission.VIBRATE` - `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK` - `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE` - `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE` - `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID` - `com.wpta.android.weather.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION` ## Review summary 21Alive First Alert Weather app is praised for its accuracy, reliable local updates, and easy-to-use interface with useful radar features. Users appreciate timely severe weather alerts that help with planning. However, multiple reviews mention issues with excessive notifications, intrusive ads (notably a recurring dentist advertisement), and occasional freezing or technical glitches. Some users also find radar clarity and warning details insufficient, and forecast accuracy sometimes lacking. Despite these drawbacks, the app remains a favored source for local weather coverage for many. ### Pros - Accurate and reliable local weather updates and forecasts. - User-friendly and easy to navigate interface. - Provides timely first alert warnings and notifications for severe weather. - Includes radar and map features to track weather movement and past/future predictions. - Covers a broad area including local and surrounding counties and states. ### Cons - Excessive and frequent notifications, often considered annoying by users. - Advertisements, especially a persistent local dentist ad, slow down app during critical alerts and frustrate users. - Radar visuals and weather warnings sometimes lack clarity or timely context. - Occasional technical issues such as app freezing on launch and disappearing temperature notifications. - Forecasts occasionally inaccurate or outdated, not matching news source or actual conditions. ## Similar extensions and apps - [First Alert 6 Weather](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.wowt.android.weather) — 54,273 users, 4.64 / 5 - [First Alert 6 Weather](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.kauz.android.weather) — 142,217 users, 4.54 / 5 - [WEEK 25 First Alert Weather](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.week.android.weather) — 66,121 users, 4.78 / 5 - [Northern News Now First Alert](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.kbjr.android.weather) — 19,569 users, 4.63 / 5 - [Primera Alerta del Tiempo](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.elclima.android.weather) — 2,465 users, 4.81 / 5 - [WMTV15 First Alert Weather](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.wmtv.android.weather) — 64,638 users, 4.60 / 5 - [WTVY-TV 4 First Alert Weather](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.wtvy.android.weather) — 48,895 users, 4.73 / 5 - [WCTV First Alert Weather](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.wctv.android.weather) — 68,557 users, 4.71 / 5 - [13abc First Alert Weather](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.wtvg.android.weather) — 152,939 users, 4.59 / 5 - [WEAU 13 First Alert Weather](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.weau.android.weather) — 38,528 users, 4.28 / 5 - [AZFamily's First Alert Weather](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.kpho.weather) — 41,932 users, 4.55 / 5 - [RNF First Alert Weather](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.wifr.android.weather) — 64,321 users, 4.39 / 5 --- Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.wpta.android.weather)