POUGHKEEPSIE – The City of Poughkeepsie is urging residents to sign up to receive its new emergency notifications.
Through the Hyper-Reach Broadcast system, residents can select whether they want to receive notifications by email, text message or telephone call, or a combination of those options.
The system can be used in many circumstances, from locating missing children to evacuating a neighborhood in the event of an emergency.
Anyone who would like to receive community alerts may register for Hyper-Reach notifications HERE or call 845-205-0596. The service is available in English and Spanish.