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Emergency Notification 101 for State and Local Agency Leaders

Physical threats, from extreme weather to civil unrest, are increasing in frequency, severity and cost. Multiple crises are often happening simultaneously, and even a single event can have far-reaching, unanticipated impacts on communities.
In an emergency, it’s vital to have the ability to notify staff, residents, businesses and visitors quickly, easily and efficiently. With emergency notification technology, you can keep people informed during dynamic, rapidly changing situations.
In this guide, you’ll learn:
- How you can deliver alerts to your teams and the public more efficiently
- Signs your agency needs emergency notification technology
- What features to look for and key questions to ask when evaluating an emergency notification system
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