Goochland’s got a new emergency alerts system. Here’s how to sign up
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GOOCHLAND COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) -- Goochland County has launched a new emergency alerts system, which it says will provide critical information and details on resources to citizens.
On Thursday, Feb. 12, county officials announced the new "Goochland Alerts" system, which will push out "quick and reliable emergency notifications and public service announcements," per a press release.
These alerts will range from critical to routine, informing residents about things from extreme weather events to everyday maintenance. Users can opt-in to these alerts on a variety of devices, including their cell phones, home phones and email addresses, among others.
Residents who are listed within the county's 911 database will be automatically subscribed to receive emergency alerts by phone, the county said -- but you can self-register for Goochland Alerts, or manage the way you receive said alerts, here.
The system has already been put to use, as it was used to communicate with residents and businesses during a recent water main break in Lower Tuckahoe.
Goochland Alerts replaces the county's previous emergency alerts system, CodeRED, which experienced a cybersecurity incident in late 2025. Those who were enrolled in CodeRED will not automatically be enrolled in Goochland Alerts -- you will need to ensure you're signed up for the new program.
“We are proud to announce our new emergency alert system, Goochland Alerts,” said county administrator Jeremy Raley in the release. “This communication system underscores our commitment to ensure public safety, community awareness and emergency response. The Goochland Alerts emergency notification system allows us to quicky and easily share important information across a variety of devices, providing our residents with timely and reliable updates when they need it the most.”
