Notifications
AlertSCC is a powerful mass notification system that will send emergency information and instructions to anyone who lives or works in Santa Clara County. AlertSCC will send messages to cell phones, email, landlines, and/or other mobile devices.
In the event of an emergency, AlertSCC can reach you wherever you are to provide information and instructions in a variety of emergency situations, which may include:
- Flooding, wildfires and subsequent evacuations
- Public safety incidents, including crimes, that immediately affect your neighborhood
- Post-disaster information about shelters, transportation, or supplies
To sign up:
- Text your zip code to 888777 or
- Visit the Alert SCC Website by clicking HERE
Nixle keeps you up-to-date with relevant information from your local public safety departments & schools.
You can receive immediate notifications regarding emergencies happening right here in Los Gatos via multiple communication paths including voice, sms, email, and social media. Nixle will keep you up to date before, during, and after emergency events such as:
- Severe Weather
- Natural Disaster
- Active Shooters
- Terrorist Acts
Nixle can also help inform or seek assistance from the local community for incidents including:
- Finding Missing Persons
- Send Severe Traffic or Road Closures Alerts
- Provide Public Safety Information at Events (i.e. Fairs, Parades, etc.)
- Sharing Criminal Activity
To sign up:
- Text "lgmspd" to 888777 or
- Visit the Nixle Website by clicking HERE.