Emanuel County officials launch emergency alert system

Emanuel County officials have launched a new emergency alert system for residents. The development gives the county a new way to communicate during emergencies.

What happened

The county’s officials launched the system as a new public emergency communication tool. Its purpose is to alert residents when emergency information needs to be shared.

What residents should know

Residents may need to learn how to sign up for the system and whether registration is required to receive alerts. The county has not stated here how alerts will be delivered, what kinds of emergencies will trigger messages or whether residents must take action to enroll.

What to watch

The next public information from Emanuel County should clarify how residents can register, which areas the system covers and what types of messages it will send. Officials may also explain how the system will be used alongside other county emergency communications.

Source

WRDW reported on the launch of the Emanuel County emergency alert system.