Alert Yolo
Yolo County’s Office of Emergency Services (OES) is excited to announce the launch of Everbridge, the mass notification provider for the County of Yolo, called Alert Yolo. This new system serves all of Davis, West Sacramento, Winters, Woodland, the Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation residents, and the unincorporated areas of Yolo County, ensuring they receive timely and accurate information during emergencies.
What if I had signed up for Yolo-Alerts before?
If you were previously registered for Yolo Alerts and indicated during the yearly update message sent on September, 16th 2024 that you wanted to keep receiving emergency messages, your information will be transferred to the new Alert Yolo system. However, your old login and password will no longer work. You must create a new account and password on Alert Yolo to update or change your information.
Sign up for Alerts
When signing up, ensure you provide an email you check regularly or other contact information, such as your cell phone, home phone, work phone, etc.
Visit the Website
You can visit the website www.alertyolo.org to create an account and register for alerts.
Download the App
This is another way to receive official emergency alerts straight to your mobile device. You can also register to receive alerts.
Using your smartphone, scan the QR code to download the Public Safety by Everbridge app on Google Play or the Apple App Store. Search by entering your city within Yolo or Alert Yolo and selecting "add." If you are not registered, you must register on the app; if you are already registered, you can log in.
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Alert Yolo SMS Only (Text Message Only)
If you prefer not to share personal information, you can sign up using your cell phone—text YOLO to 888-777 to join and reply STOP to cancel. Message and data rates may apply.
Please note that alerts sent via SMS may only be delivered if your mobile phone is within the range of a transmission site or if there is insufficient network capacity at a particular time. Even within a coverage area, factors beyond the control of the wireless carrier may interfere with message delivery, including the customer’s equipment, terrain, proximity to buildings, foliage, and weather. The wireless carrier does not guarantee that alerts will be delivered and will not be liable for delayed or undelivered messages.
Yolo County and Everbridge respect your right to privacy. You can view Everbridge's privacy policy here.
Need Assistance?
If you need help setting up an account, please call 2-1-1. They can assist you over the phone, or you can email us at oes@yolocounty.gov
Who Issues Alerts & Warnings
Yolo County, Davis, West Sacramento, Woodland, Winters, and Yocha DeHe Wintun Nation are all part of Alert Yolo. Each agency is responsible for sending alerts and warnings to its residents. That means that the county issues alerts and warnings to the unincorporated areas, while the City of Woodland, for example, would issue alerts and warnings to the residents of Woodland.
How it works
Public Safety Alerts and Warnings
Once you create your profile and sign up for Alert Yolo, we will notify you about potential safety hazards in an emergency and provide additional instructions or information about the emergency. You will receive a message via voice or text messaging. If you acknowledge the notification, you can confirm that you have received the message, and any other communication methods regarding that notification will not contact you. If you don't confirm, the system will try reaching you through all the contact paths you have registered.
Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA)
Wireless Emergency Alerts, or WEAs, are free messages sent directly to your cell phone. They provide warnings about severe weather, AMBER alerts for missing children, and threats to safety. WEA messages are sent to cell phones in the area affected by the emergency. You do not need to sign up to receive WEA messages.
Community Registry Messaging Program for Special Needs
When you opt in, please consider sharing any unique needs you or someone in your household may have. This could include visual or auditory impairment, mobility issues, or transportation requirements. While this is optional, it is crucial in helping local officials reach out and make necessary arrangements for individuals with special needs before, during, or after a natural disaster. Your information can make a significant difference in our emergency response efforts.
Community Registry Options:
- No access to transportation
- Bedridden/unable to get out of bed
- Require wheelchair – not able to walk on your own
- Require a walker or cane - cannot walk for any significant distance
- Partial or total loss of vision
- Partial or total loss of hearing
- Partial or total loss of speech
- Memory difficulties, cognitive impairment, dementia/Alzheimer's
- Traumatic brain injury/neurodevelopmental disorders
- Autism Spectrum disorder/down syndrome/cerebral palsy
- Refrigerated medication
- Life-sustaining medical equipment that requires electricity (CPAP, Ventilator, O2, Home Dialysis, etc.)
- Spanish speaking
- Russian speaking
- I have domesticated animals that will need sheltering
- I have large livestock/Ag animals that will need evacuation
- I have a Certified Service Animal
- I am a Caretaker for someone who lives in Yolo County
Disclaimer
Signing up for Alert Yolo and Community Registry messaging is important in staying informed about emergencies. However, it is crucial to understand that alerts may not always be received or may not provide comprehensive information. These systems help keep you informed but are not guaranteed to work perfectly in every situation. Understanding these limitations allows you to make informed decisions and take additional measures to prepare for an emergency or disaster. It's essential to be proactive and prepare before a disaster strikes.
Important Points to Remember:
- While Alert Yolo and Community Registry aim to provide timely and accurate information, you are not guaranteed to receive every alert. Technical issues, network problems, or other unforeseen circumstances may affect the delivery of messages.
- Relying solely on emergency alerts is not sufficient for ensuring your safety. Your responsibility is to take proactive measures and prepare for emergencies and disasters, regardless of whether you receive an alert. By taking these steps, you empower yourself and control your safety.
- Effective disaster preparedness involves more than just signing up for alerts. Please ensure you have a personal emergency plan, an emergency kit with essential supplies, and knowledge of evacuation routes and local resources. Regularly review and update your preparedness strategies to address various potential emergencies.
- Signing up for Alert Yolo services is voluntary. While it can be a valuable component of your emergency preparedness plan, it is not a substitute for taking personal responsibility for your safety and well-being.
By understanding these limitations and taking proactive steps to prepare, you can enhance your readiness for emergencies and increase your chances of staying safe.
