WHAT IS PUBLICALERTS?
Emergency Alerts Can Keep You Safe
PublicAlerts sends information about how to stay safe during an emergency. It can send messages by text, email, or voice message. It's available for anyone who lives, works, or visits the Portland-Vancouver Region. Personal information is kept secure and private. The service is free, but message and data rates may apply depending on your phone provider.
HOW TO SIGN UP
Each County Has a Different System
Each county uses a separate PublicAlerts system. Click on the map below or enter your address to be directed to your county's registration site. If you spend time in multiple counties, sign up in each county's system. Direct links to county registration sites can be found below the map. You can not sign up by texting your zip code to 888777! Read more About Alerts to learn why.
Only counties shown on the map are supported.
OREGON REGISTRATION LINKS
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Clackamas County
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Columbia County
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Linn and Benton counties
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Marion County
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Salem has a separate alert system.
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Multnomah County
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For assistance registering, call the Multnomah County Aging and Disability Helpline at (503) 988-3646.
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Washington County
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Tigard residents can register for the city's alert system and the Washington County alert system. All other Washington County residents should only register for the County system.
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