Residents, have you registered yet to receive emergency notifications for flash floods, police, fire, and public health emergencies?
The Township of Derry has upgraded from Nixle to Everbridge, a more advanced Emergency Alert and Notification System. Everbridge™ is a new mass notification and emergency communication system that delivers various alerts depending on our organization’s needs and location(s).
Everbridge subscribers receive critical alerts about police, fire, severe weather, and health and safety events. Registration is quick and easy, allowing you to choose your preferred delivery method—text, email, or phone call—and to set preferred times for receiving notifications.
*Please note that emergency alerts, such as tornados, thunderstorms, etc., will override these settings to ensure your safety.
Regarding some recent Q&A:
Here’s a breakdown of common notification types and their definitions:
- Weather-Related Notifications
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- Flood Warning: Alerts sent when there is an immediate risk of flooding in an area. They may specify flash floods or other types.
- Red Flag Warning: Issued in areas where conditions (like strong winds, low humidity, and dry vegetation) create a high risk of wildfires.
- Winter Storm Warning: Notifies of potential severe winter weather, like heavy snow, sleet, or ice, that could affect transportation and safety.
- Frost Warning: Sent when temperatures are expected to drop near or below freezing, especially important for protecting plants and sensitive outdoor equipment.
- Natural Disasters
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- Earthquake Alert: Quickly informs about seismic activity in the area, often specifying the magnitude and immediate safety advice.
- Hurricane/Tornado Warning: These alerts notify of approaching severe storms, like hurricanes or tornadoes, indicating shelter advice or evacuation instructions.
- Heat Advisory/Warning: Issued during extreme heat events where temperatures may pose health risks, especially for vulnerable populations.
- Emergency and Safety Notifications
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- Evacuation Notice: This notification tells people to leave a specific area due to an immediate threat, such as a wildfire or hazardous material spill.
- Shelter-in-Place Order: Advises people to stay indoors due to external hazards, like chemical spills or active threats.
- Amber Alerts: Urgent alerts regarding a missing child, usually including descriptions of the child, suspected abductor, and vehicle information if available.
- Security/Active Threat Notification: These are alerts related to security threats, such as an active shooter or other dangers requiring immediate response.
- Health and Environmental Hazards
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- Air Quality Alert: Alerts about poor air quality conditions, often due to pollution, smoke from wildfires, or other environmental factors.
- Hazardous Material Warning: Warns of dangerous chemicals or materials that have been released and may pose a health or safety risk.
- Public Safety Notifications
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- Power Outage Alert: Notifies affected areas about power outages and may include estimated restoration times.
- Road Closure/Traffic Alert: Alerts drivers to major road closures or disruptions, often related to accidents, weather, or planned events.
Click the link to register today!
