Residents interested in receiving local emergency notifications in various forms should sign up for Reverse 911 notifications. 

Emergency notifications will be in voice message and/or typed form, sent to either a landline or cellular telephone, to those residing in the affected geographic area as determined by the incident commander. Residents may choose to receive notifications by telephone call, e-mail and/or text message.  No additional fees are charged to your account for notifications received.  However, calls to your cellular telephone may deduct minutes from your cellular plan. The system will only be used for official government notifications and will be issued to specific geographic areas depending on the situation.

Those who wish to enroll through the self-registration portal on the Tuscarawas County Sheriff's Office website, located at tuscarawascountysheriff.com, should follow these steps:

1.  On the homepage, click on "Emergency Notification Signup".  

2.  Accept the terms and conditions, which will take you to the Self-Registration Portal.

3.  Complete the enrollment form.

NOTE:  If your contact information changes, use the "Log In" link, at the top of the form, to log into your account and update your information. 

Always Be Prepared For An Emergency

Whether you are at home, work, or anywhere else you frequent regularly, there may be situations when it's best to stay where you are and avoid uncertainty outside.  

Here are some indicators and steps to take if the situation arises:
1. Use common sense and available information to assess the situation and determine if there is immediate danger.

2. If you see large amounts of debris in the air, or if local authorities say the air is badly contaminated, you may want to take one of these types of action:

Shelter-In-Place (Sheltering in your home in an emergency)
1. Go inside. Quickly move people and pets indoors.
2. Close and lock all windows and doors.
3. Turn off and close all ventilation systems. This includes air conditioners, bathroom and stove fans, furnaces and fireplace dampers.
4. Go into a room and *seal it.  Block any gaps to the outside air with tape and plastic or damp towels. Do not use the basement because some toxic gases collect in the lowest level of the house.
5. Tune to your local radio or Social Media. Additional shelter in place information will be broadcasted through local media.

* "Sealing a room" is considered a temporary protective measure to create a barrier between you and potentially contaminated air outside. This type of sheltering in place requires pre-planning by purchasing plastic sheeting and duct tape that you would keep in your emergency supply kit. 

Evacuation (Leaving the area in an emergency)

1. Follow directions from first responders.
2. Do not call 9-1-1 unless you need medical attention.
3. Bring a form of ID. This may include a driver's license, state ID card, or insurance card.
4. Bring your medications. If you have additional health needs, please pack accordingly if time permits.
5. Secure your home before leaving. Turn off your electronics and lock doors and windows.
6. Bring extra blankets and clothes.
7. Plan for your pets. Please bring your pets in a carrier.  Make sure to have their vaccination record.