Alertable is a free public notification system that provides emergency alerts and important community updates through text messages, emails, automated phone calls, and mobile app notifications.Â
Alertable
Stay informed with Alertable
Alertable is a community notification system that sends local emergency alerts and important updates directly to residents, businesses, and visitors.
The service provides timely and reliable information about emergencies, service disruptions, and significant events in Peterborough County.
Alertable offers several convenient ways to receive notifications, including:
- SMS Text Messages
- Email Notifications
- Automated Phone Calls
- Mobile App Notifications
Registration is free and easy!
Sign up online to receive alerts by email, text message, or phone call.
You can also download the Alertable app to receive notifications directly on your smartphone or tablet. The app is available for both iOS and Android devices.
Once registered, you’ll receive timely updates to help you stay informed, prepared, and connected during emergencies and other important events.
Notifications
Once signed up, you will receive notifications on your cellphone, home phone or email about emergencies impacting Peterborough County, such as:
- severe weather
- natural hazards
- industrial hazards
- other emergencies with the potential to impact many citizens
Alerts may include information about evacuation orders, where to go for support during an emergency and additional information about potential threats to public safety.
Wondering what location to subscribe to? Check out the municipal boundaries on the map of Peterborough County
Frequently Asked Questions
Alertable is completely free for residents and visitors to use.Â
Do I need to download the Alertable app?
No, you can receive notifications by text message, email, or phone call without downloading the app. The app is available as an optional way to receive alerts.Â
If you already have the Alertable App and have selected locations in Peterborough County, you will continue to receive alerts. If you are signing up for the other methods of communication, please use our sign up link, which can be found at www.alertable.ca/alertable.
Can I receive notifications for more than one location?
Yes. You can follow multiple locations, including your home community, workplace, cottage property, or communities where family and friends live.Â
Will Peterborough County still issue public notifications during emergencies?
Yes. Peterborough County will continue to communicate through its website, social media channels, news releases, and other communication methods. Alertable enhances these channels by sending direct notifications to subscribers.Â
Is Alertable the same as Alert Ready?
No. Alertable and Alert Ready are separate systems. Alert Ready is Canada's national emergency alerting system that sends intrusive alerts through television, radio, and compatible mobile devices. Alertable is a separate notification platform that allows users to receive additional emergency and community notifications. Alertable also displays Alert Ready alerts within the app.Â
Can I choose what alerts I receive?
Yes. Alertable lets users customize notifications by category and severity so they receive the information most relevant to them.Â
Municipalities, public agencies, and organizations across Ontario and Canada use Alertable. While in Peterborough County, users may also receive notifications from organizations such as the City of Peterborough, Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), and Lakelands Public Health, depending on their subscription settings.Â
Is my personal information protected?
Yes. Alertable follows privacy and security practices to protect user information. Residents only need to provide the contact information required for their preferred notification methods.Â