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BUTTE COUNTY, CA (MPG) - The Butte County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) is switching to a new emergency notification system and strongly urges all residents to sign up for critical alerts. The new system, “Butte County Emergency Alerts,” integrates with Smart911 and Rave Alert, allowing secure information sharing and opt-in options for emergency notifications.

On Dec. 2, in accordance with California Government Code Section 8593.4, the Sheriff’s Office will import customer contact lists from local public utilities. These lists will include names, addresses, phone numbers and email addresses, used solely for emergency notifications.

After the upload, newly added users will receive an email from “GetRave” to confirm their email address and complete the opt-in process. Residents will have full control over their enrollment, with an easy opt-out link included in every alert. However, the Sheriff’s Office strongly advises against opting out, as it limits the ability to deliver lifesaving notifications.

If you already signed up for notifications after the Butte County Sheriff’s Office media release on Nov. 20, no further action is needed. If not, follow the link you receive on Dec. 2, confirm your email, and visit bit.ly/ButteAlerts to customize your preferences, such as language, phone number and email for notifications.

For more information and frequently asked questions, visit bit.ly/ButteAlerts. The Sheriff’s Office thanks the community for its support and encourages everyone to stay vigilant, monitor weather and news and maintain a personal emergency plan.