Sign Up to Receive Updates via Text Message and Email
The DuPage County Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, along with several other public safety agencies in DuPage County, participate in Nixle, a free notification program that sends alerts to residents via text messages and email. To sign up for this free service, simply text your zip code to 888777, or visit www.Nixle.com to register online.
Severe Storm Preparedness
DuPage County residents are encouraged to take steps to prepare themselves and their families for severe weather. Do you know the difference between a tornado watch and a tornado warning? Would you know what to do if a tornado warning is issued and you're outside, far away from a safe shelter? Take a look at this Tornado Safety Checklist to find out more information about how to stay safe when a tornado warning is issued.
Subscribe to ProtectDuPage
www.ProtectDuPage.org is DuPage County's official website for county-wide emergency alerts and information. Residents are encouraged to subscribe to the ProtectDuPage Twitter feed and to monitor Protect DuPage on Facebook for real-time updates during county-wide emergencies.