Daviess County launches free mass emergency alert system

Daviess County Emergency Management and the Daviess County Fiscal Court have launched a free mass notification system to supplement existing outdoor warning sirens. The system, which debuted on June 1, allows residents to receive time-sensitive alerts via text, email, or phone calls.

Officials emphasize the need for multiple warning methods because outdoor sirens are primarily designed to alert individuals who are outside and may not be audible inside homes or businesses. The new system is intended to distribute severe weather alerts, boil-water advisories, and other public safety or emergency notifications.

The importance of diverse warning methods was highlighted following a September 5 incident where a warning was transmitted through incorrect siren sites, causing local confusion.