New Emergency Alert System Launches in Washington County - Sign Up and Be Prepared

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Washington County upgrades to WashCoMD Alerts, residents should confirm email to stay informed during local emergencies.

Residents of Washington County will soon receive emergency alerts through a new system designed to improve communication during critical events. The county has officially replaced its previous emergency notification platform, Everbridge, with WashCoMD Alerts, an updated system powered by Smart911. Officials say the upgrade offers faster, more reliable notifications about weather threats, infrastructure disruptions, and other urgent situations.

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WashCoMD Alerts will send real-time updates about a variety of emergencies, including severe weather, major traffic disruptions, evacuation orders, and missing persons. Those already enrolled in the old system will have their data transferred, but anyone newly added will need to confirm their email address before receiving messages. Confirmation is completed by clicking a verification link sent to the provided email.

Residents not previously registered can quickly sign up by texting “WashCoMD” to 226787 or by visiting the Smart911 website and following the instructions. Registration is free, and users are encouraged to act promptly to ensure they are not left out of critical alerts.

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The new system also allows users to create a Safety Profile through Smart911. This feature lets residents share important personal details—such as medical needs and emergency contacts—with first responders, helping them deliver better assistance during emergencies.

Article by multiple contributors, based upon information from Washington County Government Office of Emergency Management press release.

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