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1. What Alert & Warning System is used in the City & County of Broomfield?

LookoutAlert is the official emergency notification system of the City and County of Broomfield, through a regional collaborative of Jefferson County and the City of Westminster. The City and County of Broomfield is moving the mass emergency notification system to the Smart911 platform, which provides enhanced capabilities. You can receive free alerts from the City and County of Broomfield via text message, email, and/or voice message at Broomfield.org/LookoutAlert.

2. What is the difference between an Emergency Notification, General Notification, and Severe Weather Notification?

• Emergency Notification: 866.419.5000. Only initiated if there is an immediate risk to your health or safety and immediate actions are needed.
• General Notification: 855.969.4636. Although this is an option when signing up, Broomfield does not utilize this option. Go to social media for any “General Notification” of information that goes out to the public.
• Severe Weather Notification: - 800.566.9780, notifications sent directly from the National Weather Service. You must OPT-IN to receive these alerts.

3. Where can I get a copy of the Residents' Preparedness Guide?

The Residents' Preparedness Guide is available for download. If you would like a physical copy, limited supply are available by contacting the Broomfield Emergency Manager.

4. How do I sign up for Emergency Notifications?

LookoutAlert is the official emergency notification system of the City and County of Broomfield, through a regional collaborative of Jefferson County and the City of Westminster. The City and County of Broomfield is moving the mass emergency notification system to the Smart911 platform, which provides enhanced capabilities. You can receive free alerts from the City and County of Broomfield via text message, email, and/or voice message.

Find information on the service and how to sign up at Broomfield.org/LookoutAlert.