By: Sgt. J. Johnson
The North Platte Police Department announces a broad community readiness campaign in recognition of the National Preparedness Month, highlighting key resources, partner organizations, and simple steps residents can take to stay informed and prepared. The initiative centers on accessible alerts, emergency planning, and community partnerships to strengthen public safety.
As part of the campaign, the North Platte Police Department wants to underscore the value of Smart911, a free notification service that delivers real-time alerts from local authorities. Smart911 helps residents and visitors stay informed about potentially hazardous weather, traffic disruptions, and other critical emergencies.
Residents and travelers in North Platte, and the surrounding area, can sign up for free at Smart911.com to receive timely and actionable emergency alerts via email, text, or voice message. They can also tailor when and how they are alerted to fit their needs. In addition, residents can download the Smart 911 app to receive targeted alerts and important safety information based on their location. The app enhances communication by delivering high-priority alerts when they are most needed.
Smart911 is trusted by thousands of institutions, including state and local authorities, businesses, and educational institutions. It sends millions of messages daily and performs reliably in critical situations such as severe weather events.
Community members are encouraged to sign up for Smart911 and set their notifications preferences today at Smart911.com, or by downloading the Smart911 app from the Apple App Store or Google Play. Share this information with family, neighbors, and coworkers to help stay prepared during National Preparedness Month and beyond.
Sgt. J. Johnson