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 Integrated Public Alert and Warning System. A simple, flexible tool that can be used by the alerting authorities to send emergency messages to the general public). 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).

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