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Code Red, Emergency alert system in Caldwell, is now LIVE

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Turns out you do not need a special Batman phone to call in - or out - for help during emergencies. This new "Code Red" system, especially when paired with an App, is a potentially life saving tool.Caldwell is launching a modern digital and App system called "Code Red".Following an extensive and thorough evaluation and review of alerting systems, the Borough of Caldwell has implemented the CodeRED system, a high-speed emergency notification service provided by Ormond Beach, FL-based Emergency Communications Network.

The CodeRED system will serve as the backbone of the Borough’s emergency planning and communications outreach to both citizens and Borough personnel by using the system capabilities to send telephone calls, text messages, emails and social media in an effort to effectively inform residents to protect life and property. CodeRED, among other notification systems available, was selected for its unrivaled reliability and accuracy, as well as the system’s global use.

“CodeRED’s robust system will provide Borough officials with a reliable, easy-to-use interface to quickly disseminate critical information to our citizens during emergencies. We are very eager to use this technology to enhance our emergency preparedness plans,” said Police Chief James H. Bongiorno. The Borough anticipates using the system to notify residents in specific geographic locations of police emergencies, fires, drinking water emergencies, road closures, weather related emergencies, missing children notices and more.

The Borough has been provided an initial database of residential and business telephone numbers, however all residents living within Borough of Caldwell limits are encouraged to visit www.caldwell-nj.com and click on the CodeRED logo to enroll additional contact information including cell phone numbers, text and email addresses.

Public safety officials across the United States have credited CodeRED notifications for many successful events including locating missing children, apprehending wanted criminals and issuing timely evacuations.