ValpoAlert

 

ValpoAlert is a new program from the Valparaiso Police Department designed to keep citizens up-to-date on a host of issues relating to their safety and well-being. ValpoAlert sends alert information immediately to people's mobile phones as text messages. Any citizen may opt-in free of charge and select the information they wish to receive as text messages sent to their mobile phones.

Signing up for ValpoAlert is Easy!

Step 1: You will test your mobile phone to ensure it is text-enabled. In the spaces below, simply provide us with your name, zip code and mobile contact information. If you want to also receive email notifications, please provide us with your email address. Then, select the message category information that you wish to receive.

Step 2: An Authorization Code will be sent as a text message to your mobile phone. If you receive the Authorization Code, your mobile phone is text-enabled. Simply enter the Authorization Code during Step 2 to authenticate yourself.

Here's an overview of the information you can receive:

  • Public Safety Emergencies - Information that is central to your family's well-being. Hazardous Materials accidents, FIRE, or any Civil Emergency or Danger Warning are just a few examples of the kinds of text alerts you will receive.
  • Lost or Missing Persons - Get immediate updates on anyone - child or older adult - who has been reported lost or missing.
  • Sex Offender Notification - Receive notification of registered sex offenders now living in the Valparaiso area.
  • AMBER Alerts - Receive notification when an AMBER Alert is issued for this area. Help law enforcement with information when a child abduction has occurred.
  • National Security Alerts - Select this category to receive alert information relating to our nation's security.
  • News - Get announcements and reminders of civic events and activities happening in Valparaiso.

 

*Check your cell phone plan for any text message fees your provider may charge, message and data rates may apply.

1Step 1: Sign-Up - Test your phone

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.

Name: (First & Last)
Timezone:
Mobile Number:
Carrier:
Email: (To Receive Emails, Optional)
Zip Code:  
COPPA Compliant: I Certify that I am over the age of 13  
      (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act)

Message Groups: