What should I do if I receive a CodeRED message?
Listen carefully to the entire message. It will be brief and at the end of the message, you will have the option to repeat the message by pressing any key. Follow the instructions given. Do not hang up until you have heard the entire message or you might miss vital information. Do not call 911 for further information unless directed to do so or if you need immediate aid from the Police or Fire Department.

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1. What is CodeRED and why is it important to me?
2. What types of emergencies will CodeRED be used for and how often will it be used?
3. Who determines when a notice will be issued?
4. What options do I have when I sign up for CodeRED?
5. How do I sign up for CodeRED and why should I enroll?
6. Is there a cost for enrolling in CodeRED?
7. Does enrollment in the CodeRED Emergency Alert System automatically register me for the Severe Weather Warning System?
8. What if I don't want all of the weather notifications provided by the Severe Weather Warning System?
9. Can I register more than one telephone number?
10. What if I want to opt out of all CodeRED notifications?
11. Can TTY/TDD (Telecommunications Device for the Deaf) equipment receive CodeRED notifications?
12. What if I'm not home to receive the alert message?
13. What precautions are being taken to protect personal information?
14. I have a cordless phone and it does not work when the power goes out. How will the system be able to contact me?
15. What should I do if I receive a CodeRED message?