Are government text alerts for weather reliable during power outages?

Yes. TextMyGov weather alerts are often reliable during power outages as long as your phone has battery power and cellular service. Because alerts are sent via SMS text message, they can still be delivered when internet access, Wi‑Fi, or mobile apps are unavailable. Text alerts are one of the most dependable ways to receive critical weather information during severe conditions.

Where can I sign up for local weather text message alerts?

You can sign up for local weather and emergency text alerts through your city or county’s official TextMyGov service. Enrollment is quick and easy; simply follow your community’s TextMyGov registration instructions to begin receiving timely weather alerts and public safety notifications by text message.

How can I get real-time tornado warnings on my phone?

TextMyGov provides real-time tornado warnings issued by the National Weather Service (NWS). These alerts are delivered via text message, allowing you to receive life‑saving information immediately.

Can I get weather alerts delivered via text message?

Yes. TextMyGov allows residents to receive weather alerts by text message, including tornado warnings, severe thunderstorms, flooding alerts, and other emergency notifications. Text messaging is one of the most reliable ways to receive critical information quickly, especially during severe weather events.

Weather Alerts

Integrated Public Alert & Warning System (IPAWS)

The Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS) is FEMA’s national system that serves as a tool used by Federal, State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial public safety agencies. It can be used to notify the public of vital emergency, safety, and disaster information. Alerts can be sent out to specific geographic areas. This type of notification tool will actively notify those who enter the designated area until the alert expires.

The IPAWS texting code that TextMyGov utilizes is called Local Area Emergency (LAE). Local authorities in the United States issue this secure advisory code through the Emergency Alert System (EAS).

The purpose of the advisory is to notify and instruct the public in case of a significant threat to public safety and/or property alone or the escalation of such serious events.

Some examples include electric or natural gas service issues, water disruptions, road closures due to excessive snowfall, and potential terrorist threats. AMBER Alerts are omitted.

Alert Residents About Severe Weather with Automatic Texts

We understand how overwhelming it is to alert the public quickly. Public safety leaders carry a heavy responsibility, and the tools don't always keep up. TextMyGov integrates directly with the National Weather Service (NOAA), enabling your agency to automatically send real-time weather alerts by text.

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Easy to Set up, Easy to Use, Immediate.

Our 5-Star Client Relations team will help you set up your weather alert system in 3 simple phases

Training and setup is done in just a few meetings

A dedicated Client Relations Specialist will assist you to get your account ready in less in less than a month. No certification needed!

Residents are given the opportunity to opt in

We give you the option to import your population's numbers into the system and provide you with marketing materials to inform your residents of your weather alerts service.

Residents receive weather alerts automatically

You choose how often your citizens get notified and the weather severity types that you want them to receive. Citizens will also be able to see weather updates on your website through the TextMyGov Widget.

Protect your residents before severe weather hits.

TextMyGov's IPAWS integration helps government agencies to ensure timely and accurate emergency information reaches the public during disasters and other critical situations across via text message.

Aside from providing emergency alerts through our IPAWS integration, TextMyGov also provides additional avenues of communication, like sending general notifications and assisting citizens in accessing important information or reporting issues.

With a user-friendly interface, TextMyGov allows users to track and manage inbound and outbound text messages, enhancing communication between government agencies and citizens.

Each agency is assigned a dedicated Client Relations Specialist to aid in the training, setup, and integration of our easy-to-use communication tool. They will demonstrate how TextMyGov can streamline communication, minimize phone calls, and relay significant information to citizens. The designated agency representative is required to obtain the IPAWS certification.

TextMyGov Weather Alerts gives you the power to help your community feel safe and be prepared.

"TextMyGov has been instrumental in providing emergency communications and support to the citizens. While staff were being pulled away to deal with disaster response, it was so convenient to send a quick text to citizens regarding things like water boil advisory, or where displaced residents could find shelter. The citizens appreciated the constant communication as well. Since the storm, a large portion of our residents have opted in, and I have noticed the call volume drastically decreasing."

Candace from North Carolina

WEA -Wireless Emergency Alerts

EAS - Emergency Alert System

NWEM - Non-Weather Emergency Management

TextMyGov currently supports sending alerts with the event code of LAE (local area emergency).

See It In Action!

Request a demo or just text "DEMO" to (435) 265-4446

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Frequently Asked Questions

While national weather apps provide general forecasts, TextMyGov uses the phone's SMS system to deliver local, National Weather Service (NWS)-issued, automatic severe weather alerts straight to residents' phones. Messages sent through TextMyGov are tailored to your community and may include tornado warnings, severe storm alerts, flash flooding notices, and emergency instructions from local officials. Even when the internet is down during emergencies, text messages have been proven to be more reliable. No apps!