The sound of an emergency alert would have been a help for some residents but could have endangered others, city officials ...

In fast-changing conditions, local agencies had to get information to residents quickly. They relied on a patchwork of emergency alert systems, social media accounts, and door-to-door efforts. They ...

On July 4, intense rainfall pounded the Hill Country region of central Texas, triggering a flash flood that rapidly inundated local communities. As the water flooded the area, so too did messages and ...

Oregon has two emergency alert systems. One is automatic, the other is opt-in. It’s good to have both. Multnomah County tested its emergency alert system Thursday. Oregon has two systems, OR Alert and ...

• Also under “Government Alerts,” tap “Emergency Alerts.” For older phones, this will simply turn Emergency Alerts ON. For newer phones, this will take you to another menu. Here you can turn Emergency ...

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The first monthly test of the all-hazard Statewide Outdoor Warning Siren System in 2026 will take place on Jan. 2 at 11:45 ...