Pocono Record Text Alerts
Pocono Record Text Alerts reach you immediately on your mobile device with breaking news, traffic alerts, weather updates and school closings and early dismissals. You pick the category of news, we'll send you an instant message when something happens. Please note: Most alerts are delivered regularly Monday through Friday and on weekends only when there is a major news event. However, severe weather advisories and warnings are delivered instantly 24/7 when issued by the National Weather Service.
Sign-up is fast and easy!
Step 1: Enter your mobile contact information and select the information categories you want to receive.
Step 2: We'll send you a text message authorization code. Enter this code to authenticate yourself. This validates that you have signed up and it ensures your wireless device is text-enabled.
NOTE: The Pocono Record Text Alert program is a free service provided by the Pocono Record and is FCC Can-Spam compliant. Check your wireless provider for any additional text messages fees they may charge. Msg & Data Rates May Apply. We will not sell or otherwise distribute the information you provide below. Please read our privacy policy and our terms of use for more information.
Please complete the information below. Enter your mobile phone number and select your wireless carrier. You can also receive email messages, to do so, simply enter your email address. Please provide either a mobile phone number or an email address, or both.
In the next step of the sign up process, we will send a personal authorization code to your mobile phone or email address. You will need to enter the code in the next screen within (5) minutes in order to verify and complete your enrollment in the system. Important: Our systems are tested for performance and reliability on a frequent basis. However, normal network transmission limitations can occur from time-to-time and may cause delays in the receipt of messages.