FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 21, 2026
Contact: Jessica Swinney, Swinney_j@wisecountyva.gov
Wise County Office of Emergency Management
WISE COUNTY ENCOURAGES RESIDENTS TO REGISTER FOR NEW RESIDENT ALERT SYSTEM AHEAD OF WINTER STORM WATCH
Wise County officials are encouraging all residents to register for the new Wise County Resident Alert System, which is replacing the CodeRED notification system, as a Winter Storm Watch has been issued for this upcoming weekend, January 24 through January 25, 2026.
The new alert system will provide timely and important notifications related to severe winter weather, road conditions, public safety incidents, and other critical information affecting the community. By enrolling, residents can receive alerts through multiple methods, including phone calls, text messages, and emails, based on their personal preferences.
With the 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 a plan accordingly. Preparedness guidance, including how to create 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 and 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 powered by Everbridge at https://member.everbridge.net/index/76589467435188 You can also scan this QR code to register from your smartphone: