McAllen approves new emergency alert system to reach all residents
· KRGV (NBC 5)
McAllen is implementing a new emergency notification system designed to send alerts directly to residents' phones during critical situations such as hurricanes and tornadoes. The city council approved the system's purchase, which will cost approximately $40,000 annually. Jeff Johnston, the Assistant City Manager and Emergency Management Coordinator, noted that the system can send alerts citywide or target specific neighborhoods, and it will also post updates on social media. Additionally, the system can override cellphones for urgent notifications. McAllen aims to have this system operational within the next few weeks.
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