Volusia County urges residents to sign up for emergency alerts

New Smyrna Beach residents who rely on cell phones or unlisted numbers for communication may be missing critical emergency notifications from Volusia County Emergency Management. The county offers a telephone notification system designed to disseminate local emergency notices, but it does not automatically include all residents.

The system's database primarily relies on landline phone numbers. Individuals with unlisted numbers or those who primarily use mobile phones are not automatically enrolled and will not receive alerts unless they proactively sign up. This gap in coverage means a portion of the community could be uninformed during urgent situations.

Volusia County Emergency Management encourages all residents to register their contact information, especially cell phone numbers, to ensure they receive timely and important safety messages. This includes alerts for severe weather, evacuations, and other public safety advisories.

Residents can sign up for the Volusia County Emergency Management notification system by visiting the county's official website or by contacting the Emergency Management office directly. Further details on the registration process and the types of alerts provided are available through county channels.