Two
years ago, the Potter County Emergency Management Agency launched a new
community notification system to provide important alerts and time-sensitive
messages using phone calls, email, social media sites and text messaging. It’s a
“reverse-911” concept that can help people prepare for imminent weather
emergencies or other risks to public safety. This week, Commissioners Doug
Morley, Paul Heimel and Susan Kefover renewed a contract with OnSolve, the
company that provides the service, referred to as CodeRED.
“This system can deliver critical information to thousands of individuals
within minutes,” explained Glenn Dunn, the county’s emergency management
coordinator. “Alerts can be specific to streets, neighborhoods, or regions.”
OnSolve provides the Potter County DES a database of residential and business
telephone numbers. However, all residents living within Potter County limits are
encouraged to visit www.pottercountypa.net and click on
the CodeRED logo to enroll their contact information including cell phone
numbers, text and email addresses. No one should automatically assume he or she
is in the emergency contact database. Additional information is also available
at 274-8900, extension 501.
