Public safety officials in Lowndes County today announced that AlertLowndes is now available to all residents, replacing the previous CodeRed system. AlertLowndes is a free service that allows individuals to receive notifications sent from Lowndes County Emergency Management to stay informed on potentially hazardous situations involving severe weather and other emergencies.

The switch to AlertLowndes allows residents to receive alerts via phone, text and email, and answer poll questions that will give Lowndes County officials critical information during emergency situations.

While some individuals who were previously signed up for Code Red may have their information transferred and automatically enrolled in AlertLowndes everyone is encouraged to sign up for AlertLowndes to add additional and updated information to the new platform to ensure accuracy. Residents and travelers to Lowndes County should sign up for free at https://www.smart911.com/smart911/ref/reg.action?pa=AlertLowndes to receive timely and actionable emergency alerts via email, text, or voice message. They can also identify when and how they are alerted and communicated with before, during, and after emergencies.

“AlertLowndes strengthens Lowndes County officials’ ability to communicate with residents when it matters most,” said Ashley Tye, Director, Lowndes County Emergency Management. “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."

AlertLowndes is trusted by thousands of institutions including state and local authorities, business and educational institutions. AlertLowndes sends millions of messages daily and during critical situations such as severe weather.  

Community members are encouraged to sign up for AlertLowndes and input or update their information and notification preferences today at https://www.smart911.com/smart911/ref/reg.action?pa=AlertLowndes.

For more information and to sign up for AlertLowndes visit, www.lowndescounty.com and click on the AlertLowndes icon or https://www.smart911.com/smart911/ref/reg.action?pa=AlertLowndes.