
By Shannon Lukens for Steamboat Radio News/Blizzard Broadcasting.
Sign up for your local county alert system. It’s especially important this year as wildfire season approaches.

In Moffat County, Sheriff Chip McIntyre says there is a new Moffat County Alerts system and he asks that everyone sign up, in case of an emergency where you need to be notified. More information and a QR code is on our website.
Link to more information on website.
Press Release from the Moffat County Sheriff’s Office.
Moffat County Emergency Management Launches Updated “Moffat Alerts” Emergency Notification System
Craig, Colorado — Moffat County Emergency Management, operating under the Moffat County Sheriff’s Office, has upgraded the county’s emergency alert notification system. The system has transitioned from Everbridge to a new platform, Regroup, in an effort to enhance emergency communication with residents across Moffat County.
This important update is designed to improve how emergency notifications are delivered to the public. The new Regroup system will provide faster alert delivery, increased system reliability, and improved communication capabilities during emergencies and critical incidents.
Moffat County officials are urging all residents, visitors, and businesses to register for the updated alert system as soon as possible. Even individuals who previously signed up for alerts under the Everbridge system must re-register in order to continue receiving emergency notifications.
Citizens can sign up by visiting the following link: 👉 https://MoffatAlerts.app.regroup.com/contacts/sign_up
Residents may also register quickly by scanning the attached QR code. The Moffat Alerts system is used to notify the public about emergencies, severe weather, wildfire activity, evacuation notices, public safety incidents, and other time-sensitive information that may impact the community.
Stay alert. Stay prepared. Stay safe.

Those in Routt County can go to RouttCountyAlerts.com
*A valid Routt County address is required to register.*

RIO BLANCO ALERTS (REVERSE 911)

Non-Emergency Police/Fire/Medical Phone Number: 970-723-4242
Residents: Register to receive emergency alerts for your home, work, or other important locations.
Visitors: To receive emergency alerts throughout Jackson County, text JALERTS to 888777. These alerts will be sent via text only. You can also text JCEVAC to 888777 to receive information on any evacuations within Jackson County.
Reply STOP to remove yourself at any time.
Jackson County Community Alerts
Jackson County Sheriff’s Office will communicate community information using keywords and subscription services. These alerts will be sent via email and text only.
Residents: Register to receive the community alerts listed below through your citizen opt-in account Here.
Residents & Visitors: You can also receive community alerts by signing up using a keyword.
Please see the list of keywords and descriptions below.
JINFO: This keyword will be used to communicate non-emergency information such as road closures, utility outages, etc. Text JINFO to 888777.
*Text and data rates apply*. Reply STOP to remove yourself at any time

In the event of an emergency, the Grand County Sheriff’s Office and Office of Emergency Management will use FEMA’s Integrated Public Alert and Warning (IPAWS) system to notify the community.
To receive IPAWS messages, your mobile phone must be set to allow wireless emergency alerts (typically found in advanced notification settings).
Emergency messages are also shared using:
- GCEmergency.com
- The Grand County Sheriff’s Office (@GrandCountySheriff) and Emergency Management (@GCEmergency) Facebook pages
- NOAA weather radios
Grand County Specific Needs Registry
For the frail, elderly, medically needy and/or disabled who are not in or served by a residential facility program.
The Grand County Specific Needs Registry is a database containing information about individuals in Grand County with specific needs who may require assistance in the event of a disaster. The information may also be used to assist emergency personnel and volunteers in providing assistance. Participation in the Specific Needs Registry is voluntary.
Complete this form to register yourself or a friend/neighbor/family member.