Facebook is helping to connect people who were impacted by the tragic events at Ariana Grande's Manchester Arena gig on Monday night (May 22).
Hours after the incident unfolded, the Greater Manchester Police confirmed that there were 19 fatalities and as many as 50 people injured in an explosion just as Grande wrapped up her set at the 21,000-seater sports and music venue.
Police and emergency services quickly began working at the scene to evacuate those trying to flee the arena and others who'd been injured in the blast.
To help those impacted by Monday's explosion get in touch with their loved ones, Facebook has initiated its Safety Feature for anyone in the Manchester area.
All you need to do is click this link, and then tick the box for Safe if you are indeed safe. The Safety Check also lets you connect with friends or loved ones who were also in the area.
The service has been used by Facebook in the aftermath of natural disasters, and incidents like the November 2015 terror attack inside Paris' Bataclan concert hall.
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Police have locked down the area surrounding the Manchester Arena and are asking the public to stay away from the site of the blast. Manchester Metrolink has also suspended its own service through Victoria Station while the police action unfolds.
In the late hours of Monday, a spokesperson for Ariana Grande's record label told Variety that the singer is "okay". Digital Spy has also reached out to Grande's team for additional information on her status and the status of her tour crew.
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