WRIC Storm Tracker 8

Name: WRIC Storm Tracker 8
Rating: 3.8 (286 reviews)
Author: Nexstar Inc.

By: Nexstar Inc.

Never let the weather catch you by surprise again.

Features & Capabilities

WRIC Storm Tracker 8 brings the power of advanced radar and precise forecasts right to your fingertips. This free weather app offers customizable alerts for up to 16 locations, ensuring you’re informed of approaching severe weather before it strikes. Featuring Real-Time VIPIR radar, expert Richmond-area forecasts, tropical storm tracking, power outage updates, and local weather news, it serves the entire RVA and Central Virginia region.

Whether you live in Richmond, Henrico, Chesterfield, or Petersburg, WRIC Storm Tracker 8 and 8News provide critical safety information and timely updates to keep you and your loved ones secure. Stay ahead of storms and never let the weather catch you by surprise again with this essential weather tracking tool.

User Growth & Download Statistics

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Version:

6.7.1.2200 Last updated: 2024-03-12

Version code:

2200

Creation date:

2013-05-16

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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_WIFI_STATE Low risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE Low risk
android.permission.INTERNET Low risk
android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS Low risk

Size:

57.40MB

Email:

mo*****@wric.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

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Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-08

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 309,270 ▼ 1,326

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Developed by:

Nexstar Inc.

Google Play Store

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

Email:

mo*****@wric.com

Website:

http://www.wric.com

User Reviews

Users appreciate the app for its accurate and thorough weather forecasts, reliable alerts, and usefulness for local weather updates. However, multiple users report frequent crashes, the app freezing on the intro screen, location detection problems, and intrusive pop-up ads. Some users also experience malware warnings from security apps. Overall, while the app is valued for its weather accuracy, technical issues and ads diminish user experience.

Pros

Provides accurate and thorough weather forecasts, especially praised for next day and 8-day predictions.
Useful and helpful, considered a staple by some users.
Effective weather alerts that have helped users during trips and bad weather.
Good for local weather updates compared to state-wide general info.
Delivers the most accurate way to get the weather for some users.

Cons

App frequently crashes or shuts down, especially when accessing 'Current' or 'Forecast' sections.
App gets stuck on the intro or first screen and won't load further.
Location detection issues; users unable to input or have incorrect location data.
Presence of too many pop-up ads that interfere with user experience.
Malware detection warnings from third-party apps flagging the app as infected.

Recent reviews

John Bernier is very thorough and often correct on his predictions for the next day &; the next 8 day forecast. I always double-check the next day & week's forecast so I'll know what to wear the next day. HOWEVER, for some reason lately, I hit the app icon & the app comes up but it sometimes won't open. Is it because so many people are looking it up at same time?