Wireless Emergency Notification System (WENS)
Santa Cruz County emergency management is in the process of building out a county-wide wireless emergency alert system. Existing unblocked landlines will automatically be a part of the system but not mobile devices unless you are opt in.
The WENS system allows you as a member of the public to sign up your mobile device for alerts such as:
- Severe weather alerts: severe thunderstorm, flash flood, wildfire, dust storm, etc.
- Emergency situation alerts: hazardous materials spills, major road closures, power outages, etc.
- Air Quality Advisories
- Boil Water Advisories