FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 22, 2026 

Contact: Jessica Swinney, gio@wisecounty.org 

Wise County Office of Emergency Management 

WISE COUNTY RESIDENTS ENCOURAGED TO SIGN UP FOR NEW RESIDENT ALERT SYSTEM

WISE COUNTY, VA - Wise County residents are encouraged to register for the new Wise County Resident Alert System, powered by Everbridge, which is replacing the CodeRED notification system, as a Winter Storm Watch has been issued for our area this weekend, January 24–25, 2026.

The new alert system provides timely and important notifications related to severe winter weather, road conditions, public safety incidents, and other critical information affecting the community. By enrolling, residents may receive alerts through multiple methods, including phone calls, text messages, and emails, based on their personal preferences.

With a Winter Storm Watch in effect, officials stress the importance of having multiple ways to receive emergency notifications. Weather conditions can change rapidly, and receiving alerts through more than one method helps ensure residents do not miss critical updates needed to prepare homes, plan travel, and take appropriate safety precautions.



Residents are also encouraged to closely monitor local weather forecasts and make plans accordingly. Preparedness guidance, including information on creating an emergency plan for winter weather, is available at www.ready.gov/plan.

Residents who were previously registered with CodeRED are reminded that they must sign up for the new Wise County Resident Alert System to continue receiving notifications.

Participation in the Wise County Resident Alert System is free, and all personal contact information will be used solely for emergency notification purposes.

Residents are urged to take a few minutes to register now to stay informed and prepared as winter weather approaches this weekend.

For more information or to sign up, residents should visit the Wise County Member Portal at:

https://member.everbridge.net/index/76589467435188



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