Emergency Alerts & Preparedness

Stay Informed During Emergencies

Receive timely alerts about emergencies and important community updates that may impact your safety.

Emergencies can happen at any time—train derailments, severe weather, fires, or other unexpected events can disrupt daily life quickly. Staying informed and prepared helps you and your family respond safely.

Emergency Management in Crossfield

The Town of Crossfield has an Emergency Management Team in place and participates in regular training to prepare for emergency situations. The Town is also a partner in the Rocky View Regional Emergency Management Plan, working closely with neighbouring municipalities to coordinate response efforts when needed.

Be Prepared Before an Emergency

Being prepared in advance can help you respond quickly and safely.

Residents are encouraged to:

• Make an emergency plan for your household
• Build an emergency kit with supplies for at least 72 hours (3 days)

For more information and tools:

• Alberta Emergency Preparedness
• Get Prepared

Town of Crossfield Alerts (Voyent Alert!)

Subscribe to Voyent Alert! a free automated messaging service used by the Town of Crossfield to quickly share emergency notifications and important community updates.

You may receive alerts about:

• Road closures
• Garbage and recycling updates
• Water service interruptions
• Snow removal operations
• Emergency situations

Notifications can be delivered through:

• Mobile app (recommended)
• Text message
• Phone call
• Email

Download the Voyent Alert! app on your smartphone to receive alerts directly on your device.

Alberta Emergency Alert (Provincial Alerts)

Subscribe to Alberta Emergency Alert for province-wide emergency notifications such as wildfires, severe weather, and evacuations.

During an Emergency

• Call 911 if you witness an emergency
• Follow instructions from local emergency officials
• Be prepared to shelter-in-place or evacuate if directed
• Continue monitoring updates (Voyent Alert!, Alberta Emergency Alert, Town channels, local media)
• Ensure information comes from trusted sources (Town of Crossfield sources, local emergency officials, provincial or federal authorities, etc.)

If evacuating:

• Do not return to town or your property until officials confirm it is safe to do so
• Reception centres may be established (location will be communicated during the event)
• Make arrangements for pets
  Note: pets may not be permitted in reception centres except certified assistance animals
• Check on family, friends, and neighbours—especially those who may need assistance

Other Ways to Stay Informed

• Visit the Town’s website
• Follow the Town’s social media (Facebook, Instagram, You Tube)
• Watch or listen to local radio and television
• Share information with family, friends, and neighbours

After an Emergency

After an emergency, take steps to safely restore your home and property:

• Check your home for damage before entering
• Inspect utilities (power, gas, water, sewer) and consult professionals if needed
• Contact your insurance provider and document damage with photos or video
• Dispose of spoiled or contaminated food