Sign Up for Alerts

Awareness is the first step to being prepared. These resources can help you stay informed and give first responders the information they need to assist you.

  1. Sign Up for Alerts
  2. Download the App
  3. Register Special Needs

Sign Up for Alerts


Calvert County Alert

Calvert County’s emergency notification system allows officials to contact county residents in the event of an emergency situation such as missing persons, weather updates, water and sewer service disruptions, and gas line breaks.

Residents and businesses with landline telephone numbers have already been included in the system. You may use the registration link to include additional ways to contact you. All information you provide will be kept strictly confidential.

 Click here to register for Calvert County Alert

Maryland Text Alert Program

#MdReady allows people to opt in to receive updates, tips, and alerts about threats or hazards in Maryland. 

To opt into the program, text MdReady to 898-211. You can reach a 211-MD representative to get help with food, housing and shelter, substance abuse and mental health, and translation services in the following ways:

1. Dial 211
2. Text your zip code to 898-211
3. Chat online through their website: 211md.org/chat-with-us

Maryland Programa de Alertas de Texto #MdListo en Español

#MdListo permite a las personas optar por recibir actualizaciones, consejos, y alertas en español sobre amenazas y peligros en Maryland.

Para inscribirse en el programa, envíe un texto con la palabra MdListo al número 898-211. Puede comunicarse con un representante de 211-MD para obtener ayuda con alimentos, vivienda y refugio, abuso de sustancias y salud mental, y servicios de traducción de las siguientes maneras:

1. Marque 211
2. Envíe un mensaje de texto con su código postal al 898-211
3. Chatee en línea a través de su sitio web: 211md.org/chat-with-us