Emergency Notification System

NOAA All Hazards Weather Radio (NWR): Listen for emergency information.

Emergency Alert System (EAS): Tune into WBAP 820AM radio for instructions.

Outdoor Warning System: Pay attention to sirens. Sirens may be used for all-hazard notification. When sirens are sounded, go indoors and tune in to local news and radio programs to understand the nature of the emergency. 

TV Broadcasts: Watch for emergency interruptions and tune into news stations.

In order to stay informed if electricity is lost, it’s important to have a battery-operated radio or television.

Reverse Emergency Telephone Notification: Check with your local Emergency Management office to see if they have a telephone notification system in place and how it will be utilized.

Highway Messaging: Look for emergency information on highway message boards.

Citizen Corps: Uniting Communities Preparing the Nation
The mission of Citizen Corps is to harness the power of every individual through
education, training, and volunteer service. They pledge to make communities safer, stronger, and better prepared to respond to the threats of terrorism, crime, public health issues, and disasters of all kinds. Citizen Corps promotes a range of measures for you to make your family, your home, and your community safer from the threats of crime, terrorism, and disasters of all kinds.

FACT: Currently, there are Citizen Corps Councils serving over 70% of the total US population.
Visit www.citizencorps.com to search for active Citizen Corps Councils in your part of North Central Texas.

If you’d like to take an active role in helping your community prepare for emergencies, join Citizen Corps. Get information at www.citizencorps.gov

Citizens Fire and Police Academies
Local North Central Texas Fire and Police Departments offer classes to citizens interested in learning more about personnel and policies and taking an active role in helping to protect their communities. Class topics may include emergency medical training, communications, codes and hands-on training. To find an academy near you, contact your local police or fire department.