By Mark Scott
Buffalo, NY – Erie County will become a part of statewide hazard notification system. County residents will now be able to subscribe, free of charge, to a web-based system that provides emergency information.
County Executive Chris Collins says communication is key during an emergency.
"Accurate and timely information is not only reassuring to residents, but it can also save lives," Collins said. "I encourage residents to subscribe to this free service."
NY-ALERT has a statewide subscriber base of more than 1.3 million accounts.
The system provides information from state agencies and local governments regarding ongoing emergencies, severe weather situations, major road closures and safety precautions that are recommended by governments, schools and the private sector where appropriate.
To sign up for this free service, visit the NY-ALERT website.
Subscribers can choose the type of emergency information they wish to receive, as well as the method of dissemination -- email, telephone call at home or work, cell phone call, text message, fax or pager.