How to Set Weather Alerts on Your Devices
In case of inclement weather, activate WEATHER ALERTS on your Android, iPhone, and Alexa.
1) ANDROID PHONE
– Open Settings.
– Go to the Safety and Emergency tab.
– Select Wireless emergency alerts.
– Enable all of the sliders for the alerts you wish to receive. In some areas of the US, you will find a State and local tests toggle.
2) IPHONE
– Open the Weather app on your iPhone
– Tap the hamburger menu to display your weather list.
– Tap the three dots, then tap Notifications.
– If prompted, allow notifications from the Weather app.
– Below Current Location, turn on notifications for Severe Weather and Next-Hour Precipitation (green is on).
3) Alexa
To enable these alerts, just say, “Alexa, tell me when there’s a severe weather alert,” and Alexa will keep you informed when there’s a severe weather warning in your area.
4) Local Weather/News Station
Follow your favorite WEATHER APPS & LOCAL NEWS STATIONS/WEATHER TEAMS
5) Radio
AM/FM Radio: Radio stations are required to air Emergency Alert System (EAS) messages.
NOAA Weather Radio: Watches and Warnings issued by National Weather Service (NWS) air on these radios.
6) Weather.com — Current Radar
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