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local27 days ago

Boulder shuts western OSMP trails as high-wind fire risk prompts closures

The City of Boulder will close all city-owned Open Space and Mountain Parks property west of Hwy. 93, Broadway, and Hwy. 36 from sunset Friday (Mar 13) to sunrise Sunday (Mar 15) as a precaution against extreme fire conditions and dangerous winds; Boulder County Parks will similarly close western OSMP areas on Saturday. Flagstaff Road will be closed to non-residential traffic. The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning. Xcel Energy plans a Public Safety Power Shutoff for some customers Saturday afternoon, with potential 24–48 hour outages. Residents are urged to sign up for BOCOalert/BOCOinfo, follow ODM updates, have evacuation plans, and heed safety guidance during the wind event.

via City of Boulder (.gov)|
#boulder#emergency-alerts#fire-risk
Kerr County delayed flood alerts despite warnings of devastating floods
local-government9 months ago

Kerr County delayed flood alerts despite warnings of devastating floods

FEMA records reveal Kerr County did not utilize the FEMA's Integrated Public Alert & Warning System (IPAWS) to send alerts to all cell phones during the July 4 flooding, relying instead on less effective methods like social media and sign-up alerts, raising concerns about emergency communication effectiveness and policy standardization.

via NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth|
#emergency-alerts#fema#flood-warning
Criticism Mounts Over Emergency Response to Deadly Texas Floods
local-news9 months ago

Criticism Mounts Over Emergency Response to Deadly Texas Floods

Kerr County officials admitted to lacking a functional emergency alert system during recent deadly floods, despite having a system called CodeRED since 2009. Residents received sporadic and delayed flood warnings, with some alerts not issued until hours after the floodwaters rose rapidly. The delays and limitations of the alert system, combined with spotty cell service and voluntary sign-ups, raised concerns about the effectiveness of the warning process during the disaster.

via Texas Public Radio | TPR|
#codered#disaster-response#emergency-alerts
"NH Officials Investigate Amber Alert Triggered by Mother's Murder and Kidnapping of Daughters"
safetytechnology2 years ago

"NH Officials Investigate Amber Alert Triggered by Mother's Murder and Kidnapping of Daughters"

New Hampshire safety officials are reviewing the Amber Alert system after reports of some people not receiving alerts following a successful alert that led to the safe recovery of two girls in Keene. While officials consider the alert a success, they are investigating why some individuals received the alert late or not at all. They emphasize the importance of ensuring that emergency alerts are activated on mobile phones to receive timely notifications.

via WMUR Manchester|
#amber-alert#emergency-alerts#new-hampshire
"Santa Barbara and SLO County Schools Close as Severe Storm Approaches"
weather2 years ago

"Santa Barbara and SLO County Schools Close as Severe Storm Approaches"

Several school districts in Santa Barbara County, including Santa Barbara Unified and Lompoc Unified, have announced closures for Monday, Feb. 5 due to an incoming severe storm. The decision comes as a precaution following a recommendation from the Santa Barbara County Sheriff Bill Brown. Residents are encouraged to sign up for emergency alerts, while no planned school closures have been reported in San Luis Obispo County as of Friday afternoon.

via KSBY News|
#emergency-alerts#santa-barbara-county#school-closures
Fire Contained, Evacuation Orders Lifted in El Paso County
natural-disasters2 years ago

Fire Contained, Evacuation Orders Lifted in El Paso County

The mandatory evacuation order for residents living near 13000 Trail Boss Ct in El Paso County has been lifted after heavy rains helped contain the wildfire. Emergency response officials are urging residents to sign up for Peak Alerts, the local emergency notification system, to stay informed about potential dangers. The system sends alerts about natural disasters, hazardous materials incidents, law enforcement activity, and evacuation notices.

via KOAA News 5|
#el-paso-county#emergency-alerts#evacuation-orders
"Level 3 Evacuation Notices Issued for Bedrock Fire's Western Areas"
natural-disasters2 years ago

"Level 3 Evacuation Notices Issued for Bedrock Fire's Western Areas"

The Lane County Sheriff's Office has issued Level 3 evacuation notices for areas east of Timber Creek and the intersection with Peninsula Road, due to the Bedrock Fire. Level 2 notices are in place for residents on the north and south of Fall Creek lake, including Big Fall Creek Road and Winberry Creek Road. People are urged to sign up for emergency alerts, and a Red Cross shelter has been opened at Lowell High School. The fire has burned 22,679 acres and is at 20% containment.

via KEZI TV|
#bedrock-fire#emergency-alerts#evacuation
Wildfire Forces Evacuations in Teller County
natural-disasters2 years ago

Wildfire Forces Evacuations in Teller County

Evacuation orders have been issued for the Palmer Village Subdivision in Teller County, Colorado, due to a wildfire. The Teller County Sheriff's Office has also issued a pre-evacuation warning for the Twin Rock and Druid Hills Subdivisions. Residents are advised to be prepared to leave at any moment. Emergency response experts emphasize the importance of signing up for alert notifications to ensure timely and effective communication during emergencies.

via KOAA News 5|
#emergency-alerts#evacuation-orders#natural-disasters
Ford decides to keep AM radio in vehicles amidst pressure from Congress and trade groups.
business2 years ago

Ford decides to keep AM radio in vehicles amidst pressure from Congress and trade groups.

Ford has reversed its decision to remove AM radio from its vehicles after speaking with government policy leaders who are concerned about keeping emergency alerts that often are sounded on AM stations. The move comes after a bipartisan group of federal lawmakers introduced a bill calling on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to require AM in new vehicles at no additional cost. The "AM for Every Vehicle Act" sponsors cited public safety concerns, noting AM's historic role in transmitting vital information during emergencies, such as natural disasters, especially to rural areas.

via NPR|
#am-radio#business#emergency-alerts
Ford Backtracks on Plan to Remove AM Radio from Vehicles.
automotive2 years ago

Ford Backtracks on Plan to Remove AM Radio from Vehicles.

Ford will add AM radio to its 2023 Mustang Mach-E and F-150 Lightning models through a software update following discussions with politicians about the emergency alert system. The decision comes after a bipartisan group of senators and House representatives introduced a bill, the AM for Every Vehicle Act, to require the older radio format in new cars without charging a premium. Ford cut AM radio from its 2023 EVs after data showed that less than 5 percent of customers used it, but the company has now recognized the importance of AM broadcast radio as a part of the emergency alert system.

via Engadget|
#am-radio#automotive#emergency-alerts
Bipartisan bill mandates AM radio in new cars despite automakers' removal efforts.
technology2 years ago

Bipartisan bill mandates AM radio in new cars despite automakers' removal efforts.

A bipartisan group of lawmakers has introduced the AM for Every Vehicle Act, which would require all new cars to include AM radio, as many manufacturers have been phasing it out. The legislation would direct the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to issue a rule requiring automakers to keep AM broadcast radio in their vehicles with no additional payment, fee or surcharge required. The bill’s introduction came after reports indicated manufacturers like BMW, Volkswagen, Mazda and Tesla are removing AM radio from their vehicles because electric engines can interfere with the AM stations’ sound.

via The Hill|
#am-radio#bipartisan#emergency-alerts