September is National Preparedness Month. One of the most important responsibilities centers on being able to communicate with the public during an emergency. As you may know, Marion County uses outdoor warning sirens to alert to weather issues, and there is also a mass notification system called Hyper-Reach. Help get the word out to all your friends, neighbors, co-workers, and families about this important communication tool. There are 5 easy ways to sign up:
- Scan this QR Code
- Go to http://hyper-reach.com/ohmarionsignup.html
- Call (419) 845-5700
- Text “alerts” to (419) 845-5700
- Tell your Alexa unit “Alexa, enable Hyper-Reach"
Hyper-Reach is only used during an emergency when quick public notification is critical. You may receive information about emergency road closures, emergency snow levels, critical weather events, or other emergency situations. This can be life saving when outdoor warning systems (tornado sirens) don’t sound, you‘re outside of the area to hear them, or there's a need to provide specific safety instructions to evacuate or shelter in place. Hyper-Reach is a collaboration between Marion Police Department, Marion County Sheriff’s Office, Marion Police Department, Marion County EMA, Marion County Central Dispatch, and our local Fire Departments.