Emergency Alert System

Checkpoint Systems acquires Alert Systems to strengthen its portfolio of solutions to combat Organized Retail Crime

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023
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PHILADELPHIA, April 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Checkpoint Systems , a global leader in RFID and RF technology solutions, has acquired Denmark-based Alert Systems, a pioneering Internet of Things (IoT) specialist with a focus on metal and magnet detection in the retail environment.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, April 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Checkpoint Systems , a global leader in RFID and RF technology solutions, has acquired Denmark-based Alert Systems, a pioneering Internet of Things (IoT) specialist with a focus on metal and magnet detection in the retail environment.
  • By providing retailers with more information regarding when and where organized retail crime (ORC) threats are entering a store, our new solutions will help retailers drive down the ever-increasing prevalence of gang-related crime.
  • Troels Falkenberg, CEO Alert Systems, added: "Checkpoint Systems' acquisition of Alert Systems is the logical next step in our shared mission to tackle retail crime.
  • The company invests heavily in research and development to bring new and innovative loss prevention solutions to customers day in, day out.

State of New Jersey Expands Use of Everbridge Platform to Enhance Citizen Safety

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221025005664/en/

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221025005664/en/
    State of New Jersey Expands Use of Everbridge Platform to Enhance Citizen Safety (Graphic: Business Wire)
    This year marks the tenth anniversary of Hurricane Sandy, the costliest and most devastating storm to impact New Jersey.
  • First responders work around the clock to protect citizens from critical events like wildfires, hurricanes and the pandemic, said Francis Willett, Principal Product Manager for Everbridge Public Safety.
  • Everbridge serves more than 300 organizations throughout the state of New Jersey, including local and county governments, hospitals, schools, retailers, corporations, and financial services providers.
  • All Everbridge products are trademarks of Everbridge, Inc. in the USA and other countries.

Staying Safe: Preparing for Wildfires Heading for your Home

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Monday, August 1, 2022
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JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- From the Alaskan wilderness to the plains of Texas to countless outbreaks across California, the United States is facing a record number of wildfires in 2022. With more than 70 large-scale blazes roaring across the country right now, the outlook of a hot and dry August has everyone looking for answers.

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  • Drought conditions and record temperatures each year have their office working tirelessly to find ways to help protect their clients from the outbreaks.
  • "Part of protecting your home from wildfires is educating yourself in the insurance process."
  • Wildfires of all sizes have destroyed nearly 5.7 million acres this year to date.
  • Here are steps you can take to help prepare your property if wildfires threaten your home or business:
    Learn to watch for warnings from governing agencies.

Mvix Signs MOA With FEMA Delivering Emergency Alerts to Customers

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Thursday, November 18, 2021
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Through this agreement, Mvix software will automatically acquire alert messages from FEMA's Integrated Public Alert and Warning System - Open Platform for Emergency Networks (IPAWS-OPEN) to provide alerts and warning messages to clients.

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  • Through this agreement, Mvix software will automatically acquire alert messages from FEMA's Integrated Public Alert and Warning System - Open Platform for Emergency Networks (IPAWS-OPEN) to provide alerts and warning messages to clients.
  • IPAWS combines the Emergency Alert System (EAS), Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA), and National Weather Service Dissemination Systems.
  • Mvix is committed to helping its customers improve their communication with their audience with its agreement with FEMA.
  • Mvix will begin providing emergency alerts through digital signage to customers in the next coming weeks.

Pennsylvania American Water Readies for Tropical Depression Ida

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Tuesday, August 31, 2021
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As Tropical Depression Ida approaches the Commonwealth threatening heavy rainfall and possible flooding later this week, Pennsylvania American Water has initiated readiness efforts to mitigate potential impacts to its water and wastewater treatment plants, pump stations and dams.

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  • As Tropical Depression Ida approaches the Commonwealth threatening heavy rainfall and possible flooding later this week, Pennsylvania American Water has initiated readiness efforts to mitigate potential impacts to its water and wastewater treatment plants, pump stations and dams.
  • Pennsylvania American Water also reminds customers to take precautions of their own by following these flood safety tips:
    Make an emergency plan.
  • Pennsylvania American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), is the largest investor-owned water utility in the state, providing high-quality and reliable water and/or wastewater services to approximately 2.4 million people.
  • American Water provides safe, clean, affordable and reliable water services to our customers to help make sure we keep their lives flowing.

Everbridge Selected to Power Countrywide Public Warning System in Estonia, ‘the Most Advanced Digital Society in the World’

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Monday, July 19, 2021
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Home to 1.3 million residents and a popular destination for 3.2 million annual tourists, Wired magazine named Estonia the most advanced digital society in the world.

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  • Home to 1.3 million residents and a popular destination for 3.2 million annual tourists, Wired magazine named Estonia the most advanced digital society in the world.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210719005173/en/
    Everbridge Selected to Power Countrywide Public Warning System in Estonia, the Most Advanced Digital Society in the World (Graphic: Business Wire)
    Estonia will deploy Everbridge to power its population warning system, leveraging Everbridges next-generation, end-to-end Public Warning solution, featuring a unique multi-channel front-end console with the ability to transmit a combination of cell broadcast and location-based SMS alerts for countrywide alerting.
  • Everbridge met all of our stringent needs for a public warning system and delivered a solution that is easy-to-use, secure and comprehensive.
  • Given Estonias reputation as a global leader in digital transformation, we are honored to power their countrywide Public Warning system, said Valerie Risk, Vice President of Public Warning Solutions at Everbridge.

ATI Systems announces release of Next Generation Outdoor High Power Speakers Stations (HPSS), enhancing ATI’s Mass Notification Systems (MNS) product line

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Wednesday, July 14, 2021
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BOSTON, July 14, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Acoustic Technology, Inc. (ATI Systems), a world leader in providing Mass Notification Systems (MNS), Emergency Communication Systems (ECS), and Military Giant Voice Systems with superior intelligible voice, is proud to announce our Next Generation Outdoor High Power Speakers Stations (HPSS).

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  • BOSTON, July 14, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Acoustic Technology, Inc. (ATI Systems), a world leader in providing Mass Notification Systems (MNS), Emergency Communication Systems (ECS), and Military Giant Voice Systems with superior intelligible voice, is proud to announce our Next Generation Outdoor High Power Speakers Stations (HPSS).
  • The next generation of HPSS combines our field-proven features with several important enhancements delivering the most advanced solution on the market to date.
  • Our Next Generation High Powered Speaker Station incorporates a more efficient AC charger with a universal power supply input.
  • ATI Systems Mass Notification Systems easily integrate with other warning systems such as IPAWS and National Weather Service, as well as digital alert systems to provide more complete alerting solutions.

Everbridge Announces Successful Deployment of National Public Warning System for The United Kingdom (UK) to Protect Over 100 Million Residents and Visitors

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Monday, July 12, 2021
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Powered by Everbridges industry-leading Public Warning technology, the UK Emergency Alert system will target mobile phones of residents and visitors present in the area impacted by an emergency.

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  • Powered by Everbridges industry-leading Public Warning technology, the UK Emergency Alert system will target mobile phones of residents and visitors present in the area impacted by an emergency.
  • Everbridge Public Warning , in partnership with three of the countrys largest mobile network operators, was used to complete two recent successful UK trials, the first in East Suffolk, the second in Reading.
  • In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Everbridge rapidly deployed the emergency alert system in under 100 days.
  • We are pleased to be part of this important milestone and support the United Kingdom on the evolution of its national warning system, said Valerie Risk, Vice President of Public Warning Solutions at Everbridge.

Be better prepared for extreme weather with new digital Severe Weather & Safety Alerts from TD Insurance

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Tuesday, July 6, 2021
The Weather Channel, IOS, Weather, Insurance, Emergency Alert System

TD Insurance Home and Auto customers who want to be better prepared for this season's summer storms and active weather conditions year-round can now receive timely text alerts of incoming severe weather directly from their TD Insurance (TDI) mobile app with the launch of TD Severe Weather & Safety Alerts from TD Insurance*.

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  • TD Insurance Home and Auto customers who want to be better prepared for this season's summer storms and active weather conditions year-round can now receive timely text alerts of incoming severe weather directly from their TD Insurance (TDI) mobile app with the launch of TD Severe Weather & Safety Alerts from TD Insurance*.
  • With a little notice, customers can be better prepared and protect property and vehicles when severe weather is expected in their area.
  • TDI Severe Weather & Safety Alerts are now available for all TD Insurance Home and Auto customers who register via the TD Insurance app.
  • All customers with a TD Insurance Home or Auto policy are eligible to receive Severe Weather & Safety alerts via the TD Insurance app, available for download on Apple iOS or Android.

C Spire offers Wireless Emergency Alerts on its mobile network

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Wednesday, June 9, 2021
Emergency Alert System, Wireless Emergency Alerts, CMAS, Alert messaging, Emergency management, Disaster preparedness, Emergency services, Alert Ready, Windows Live Alerts

Customers can opt out of weather and missing person alerts by adjusting their device notification settings, but Presidential alerts are mandatory.

Key Points: 
  • Customers can opt out of weather and missing person alerts by adjusting their device notification settings, but Presidential alerts are mandatory.
  • C Spire CTO Carla Lewis says the alerts play an important role in keeping Mississippi residents updated about flooding threats.
  • Without the alerts, C Spire and emergency response officials say injuries and deaths could result and damage totals could be much higher.
  • For more information about Wireless Emergency Alerts and CMAS on the C Spire network, go to www.cspire.com/cmas .