City alerts and notifications
Sign up for emergency notifications, weather alerts, and city news through email and text subscriptions.
Overview
The City of Janesville provides emergency alerts, severe weather notifications, and city news updates through multiple subscription channels. Sign up for email and text notifications to receive timely information about road closures, water advisories, snow emergencies, community events, and department news.
Before you begin
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Visit the City website's notification signup page.
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Choose the topics you want to receive: emergency alerts, city news, meeting notices, events, or department updates.
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Enter your email address and/or mobile phone number.
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Confirm your subscription through the verification email or text.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a cost for city alerts?
No. Email and text notifications from the City are free. Standard carrier messaging rates may apply for text alerts.
Can I choose which alerts I receive?
Yes. You can select specific topics when you subscribe, and update your preferences at any time.
Sign up for text alerts
Receive emergency, weather, and city alerts directly on your phone via TextCaster.
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Get important city updates delivered right to your phone
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Stay informed with city newsletters, department updates, and community news delivered to your inbox.
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Last reviewed: March 2026
Service information
- Who this helps
- All residents and community members
- Contact and hours
- Emergency alerts sent in real-time; routine notifications on department schedules