What is CodeRED and what is it used for?

CodeRED is a web-based critical communication solution that enables local public safety personnel to notify residents and businesses by telephone, text message, email, and social media of time-sensitive information, emergencies, or urgent notifications. The system can reach hundreds of thousands of individuals in minutes to ensure information such as evacuation notices, missing persons, inclement weather advisories, and more are quickly shared. Only authorized officials have access to send alerts using the CodeRED system. 

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1. What is CodeRED and what is it used for?
2. When will CodeRED be used?
3. Is there a cost to register for CodeRED?
4. How will I know when CodeRED is calling?
5. Why is CodeRED important to me?
6. How do I sign up?
7. Does CodeRED already have my telephone number?
8. Can I register more than one phone number or email for my address?
9. I have a cordless phone and it will not work when the power goes out. How will I be contacted?
10. What do I do if I receive a CodeRED message?
11. What if I miss a CodeRED phone call?
12. Do I ever need to renew my registration?
13. What is the CodeRED Mobile Alert app?