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Emergency alerts
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The City uses Smart911 to send important information to residents during an emergency.
Where you can get alerts
You can choose to receive Smart911 alerts by:
- Text messages
- Emails
- Phone calls
- Push notifications in the Smart911 mobile app
- Wireless emergency alerts*
*Wireless emergency alerts come through the nationwide Integrated Public Alert and Warning System.
Alert topics
The City of Minneapolis will use Smart911 to send alerts on many topics, including:
- Snow emergencies
- Severe weather
- Public safety incidents
- Major infrastructure issues
- Major special event impacts
Sign up for emergency alerts
To subscribe, text MPLSAlerts to 77295 or create a full Smart911 profile online.
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When you sign up
- We keep your contact information private. We never share your contact information.
- We can tailor the information you receive based on your Smart911 details:
- If you share your address, we could send you alerts affecting your address.
- If you share mobility or health information, we could send you specific information related to your need.
- Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Text STOP to 77295 to cancel messages. For additional support, text INFO or HELP to 77295 at any time. View terms and conditions.
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Information update topics
The City uses GovDelivery to send email and text messages on many topics, including:
- Crime alerts
- City Council updates
- Construction project updates
- More
When you sign up
- We keep your contact information private. We never share your contact information.
- We only send you information on the topics you select.
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To update your contact information or change your subscription, sign into GovDelivery.