When the National Weather Service issues a severe weather condition, Emergency Response and Preparedness will activate the tone alert receivers (different from NOAA weather radios) and broadcast detailed severe weather information impacting Oakland County.
For Tornado Warnings and/or Severe Thunderstorms with damaging winds at or greater than 70 mph, activation will occur seconds after the Oakland County Outdoor Warning Sirens are activated.
Tone Alert Receiver System Features
Timely Information
All-Clear Information
Detailed Information
Weather Development Advisories
Updated Information
Monitor County Disaster Frequency
Broadcasted Severe Weather Conditions
Tornado Warning
Tornado Watch
Thunderstorm Warning
Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Blizzard Warning
Bizzard Warning
Heavy Snow Warning
Ice Storm Warning
Winter Storm Warning
Winter Storm Watch
Flood Warning
High Wind Warning
Dense Fog Advisory
Persons/Agencies Who May Participate
Citizens
Businesses
Schools
Hospitals
Media
Industry
Police
Public Safety
Government
Fire
Emergency Medical Service
To participate in the Tone Alert Receiver System, persons or agencies obtain and maintain a tone alert receiver with proper frequency and tones. Tone alert receivers are small radio-type appliances available for purchase from $200-500.00 each. NOAA weather radios can be purchased for under $50.00
For further information, contact us at 248-858-5300 or email oakerp@oakgov.com.
