Buncombe County has introduced a new emergency alert system, enhancing its capability to communicate vital safety information. This decision comes in response to a cyberattack that compromised the former provider of emergency notifications.
Buncombe County Adopts Rave Mass Notification System
The county has selected the Rave mass notification system as its new platform. This change aims to improve the delivery of timely emergency alerts and public safety updates to residents.
Transition Details
Officials are currently transferring contact information from the previous system, CodeRED. Residents who had previously registered for BC Alerts will be migrated into the new system.
Addressing Notification Issues
During the transition, some residents experienced issues, such as receiving duplicate messages or notifications with incorrect names. County officials confirmed that these alerts originated from a legitimate source.
- Transition to Rave system for improved notifications
- Data migration from CodeRED to Rave
- Possibility of duplicate messages during the switch
Assurance and Future Communication
Buncombe County is actively reviewing its data to eliminate any duplicate entries. This will ensure that emergency alerts are accurate and effectively delivered.
Further information about the Rave system and instructions for residents to register for alerts will be made available soon on the El-Balad website and through official channels. Stay tuned for updates on how to stay informed during emergencies.
