Community Outreach

In the event of an emergency, officials have an urgent mandate to reach thousands of people in a short period of time in order to maintain public order. Communicating effectively and disseminating emergency information throughout a crisis is critical in managing the effects of emergencies including weather alerts, evacuations, terrorist threats, and natural disasters in a community.

Community leaders should take precautions to inform and protect citizens and to ensure systems are in place to support emergency communications. When lives are at stake, good decision making depends on the ability to communicate and coordinate quickly and efficiently across the various agencies and communities.

Read how we've helped the following communities during a crisis:

Government

The CMNS is ideal for local governments that need an emergency communication plan that is both affordable and effective.

Inform first responders of upcoming emergencies and procedures
Network with rescue and shelter services to prepare for emergency situations
Announce closings at town/county facilities

Schools

Schools, colleges, daycare centers - The CMNS can help coordinate emergency notifications, closings, cancellations, delays and schedule alterations.

Notify students, parents, faculty and staff – simultaneously or separately
Prepare for closings and delays and let parents know schedule changes

Community

The people in your community need to know when and how to respond when emergencies rise. Use The CMNS to alert community members about weather emergencies and public safety concerns.

Inform citizens of health concerns and proper precautions prior to and following an emergency
Augment your auto-call system or emergency broadcast system with e-mail and text messaging