Salamat

Salamat is your go-to app for observing lightning strikes in Finland using the Finnish Meteorological Institute's data. With updates every five minutes, the interactive map allows you to zoom and navigate effortlessly. Based on your device's language settings, Salamat can display information in Finnish or English. The app's core functionality is presented using the map templates sourced from the National Land Survey of Finland.

Saving and Sharing Features

Salamat innovatively allows you to capture snapshots of the current map view through its screenshot function. This feature enables you to print, archive, or share images of lightning activity with friends on platforms like Facebook via the Android image gallery. For an enhanced experience, consider pairing Salamat with the Flash Unlocker to access a range of additional features without any advertisements.

Advanced Functionalities

By integrating Flash Unlocker, Salamat offers advanced features. Utilize the Time Machine option to review past lightning events dating back to 1998. The My Location feature marks your position on the map, updating automatically or manually based on your settings. You can even save and label your current location. Additionally, the Saved Locations feature enables you to store coordinates of interest, setting any point as a reference for distance measurements. The Distance Meter function informs you about the distance to a lightning strike from your position or any saved location. Customization options for map views and colors further enrich the usability of Salamat.

Technical Considerations

Note that Salamat is independent of the Finnish Meteorological Institute but leverages its open interface. To optimize use, especially if GPS functionality is limited, you may adjust the settings to update your location manually and disable flash alerts to reduce error messages. Embrace Salamat's functionalities today and make lightning tracking in Finland an intuitive experience.