For what kinds of situations will CodeRED be used?

Any message regarding the safety or welfare of our community would be disseminated using the CodeRED system. Examples would include severe weather warnings and updates, hazardous traffic or road conditions inside the town or affecting local routes, and any other situation that could impact the safety, property, or welfare of the Community. 

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1. What is CodeRED and why is it important to me?
2. For what kinds of situations will CodeRED be used?
3. Does the Town have my telephone number, or do I have to sign up to receive CodeRED emergency calls?
4. I have a business located in Dracut. Can I arrange to have CodeRED call my business?
5. The registration form only allows me to enter a primary and secondary telephone number. What if I want to register additional numbers for my address?
6. What precautions are being taken to protect personal information?
7. How will I recognize a CodeRED message?
8. What should I do if I receive a CodeRED message?
9. I have a cordless phone, and it does not work when the power goes out. How is the Town going to be able to contact me?
10. Will CodeRED leave a message on a machine?
11. What happens if the line is busy?
12. What circumstances might prohibit a message from being delivered to me?