Posted April 20, 2023
Granville County Emergency Management has announced that Granville Alert is now available for enrollment to all residents, replacing the previously used Code Red alert system. Much like the Code Red notification system, Granville Alert is a free service that allows individuals to receive notifications sent from state and local authorities to stay informed on potentially hazardous situations involving weather, traffic, and other emergencies.
The switch to Granville Alert allows residents to receive alerts via phone, text, and email.
Individuals who were previously signed up for Code Red will be automatically enrolled in Granville Alert but are encouraged to create an account to ensure all stored information is accurate and up to date. Residents and travelers to Granville County are encouraged to sign up for free to receive timely and actionable emergency alerts via email, text, or voice message.
“Granville Alert strengthens our ability to communicate with residents when it matters most,” said Russ May, Chair of the Granville County Board of Commissioners. “This Board of Commissioners values the safety of our residents above all else and this service allows for critical communication with the public and provides individuals with the information needed to stay safe or take precautions during hazardous or emergency situations.”
Granville Alert is powered by the Rave Platform’s Smart 911 system, which is trusted by thousands of government organizations as well as public and private institutions across the United States. Smart 911 sends millions of messages daily and is a proven reliable platform used by emergency management professionals.
Community members are encouraged to sign up for Granville Alert today where you can enter your best contact information and indicate your notification preferences online or by texting GRANVILLE to 67283. More information can be found on the Granville County website.