About Everbridge
Emergency Alerts
McPherson County Emergency Management uses a mass notification system called Everbridge. Everbridge can be used in South Central Kansas to send alerts about emergencies and other events.
Other local government agencies can have access to Everbridge to send non-emergency community alerts (when opted in)
How it works
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Only authorized officials may use Everbridge to notify residents and businesses of emergency conditions
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Residents can sign up to receive alerts for specific areas, types of events, and delivery methods
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Alerts can be sent via text, phone call, email, mobile app, or fax
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The system is meant to supplement existing means of communication, such as media and commercial sources
What types of alerts are available?
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AMBER alerts
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Hazardous traffic or road conditions
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Boil water advisories
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Evacuation notices
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Severe weather conditions
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Crime advisories
In addition, cities and other local government boards may send
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Community event notifications
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Road closures
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Utility disruptions
How to sign up
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Create an account with your contact information, including your address and at least one contact method
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Choose how you want to receive messages
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Click here or on the banner below to open the South Central Kansas Public Portal
