IPAWS Messaging

The IPAWS Messaging plug-in is a simple, flexible tool that can be used by the alerting authorities to send emergency messages to the general public through the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS). This plug-in can be installed on your WebEOC Nexus system to allow the authorized personnel in your agency to distribute alerts through four different channels: COGs, CMAS, EAS, and NWEM.

To gain access to IPAWS, your agency needs to sign an agreement with FEMA. The agreement enables FEMA to issue a COG (Collaborative Operating Group) ID and a digital certificate that you can use for exchanging messages with other COGs, CMAS, EAS, and NWEM.

Features

  • Send messages to Collaborative Operations Groups (COGs).

  • Send Emergency Alert System (EAS) alert messages (text).

  • Send Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) (also known as CMAS).

  • Send Non-weather Emergency Messages (NWEM) for events that are not related to weather conditions, such as road closures, 911 service outages, evacuation warnings, and more.

Compatibility

Optional free add-on for WebEOC Nexus.

This add-on has been developed in English (US) and has not been internationalized. For more information, contact your Client Success Manager (CSM).

Screenshots

IPAWS Messaging

IPAWS Messaging

IPAWS Messaging

IPAWS Messaging